Senior Derivatives Valuation Advisor – Desjardins

Title of the Job: Senior Derivatives Valuation Advisor

Location: Montreal, QC

Job Description: We’re looking for a senior derivatives valuation advisor for one of our risk management teams. The successful candidate will actively contribute to analysis and development tasks in support of transactional applications used by derivatives traders. In this role, you’ll come up with strategies and recommendations in accordance with industry best practices that apply to the valuation of derivative instruments. You’ll take on a leadership role among various stakeholders who have been asked to work on complex, innovative development projects and strategic initiatives. These assignments require sound, in-depth knowledge of derivatives as well as fine-tuned analytical skills and methodological rigour. More specifically, you will be required to :Work on prioritization and development tasks related to business line activities (new derivatives, existing products and variants)Organize and lead workshops alongside various stakeholders (such as traders, developers and business analysts) to support projects and assignments with a derivatives valuation componentSupport the business lines with daily operational tasksHelp write technical documents about financial instrument valuation methods.What we offer*Competitive salary and annual bonus4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first yearDefined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirementGroup insurance including telemedicineReimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment*Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.What you bring to the tableBachelor’s degree in finance, actuarial sciences or a related fieldA minimum of six years of relevant experiencePlease note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be consideredExperience working in a middle officeKnowledge of French is requiredAdvanced proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clientsAdvanced Excel skillsKnowledge of MurexExperience in derivatives valuationKnowledge of VBA, SQL and other programming languagesKnowledge of JIRA Ambiguity, Communicates effectively, Interpersonal Savvy, Strategic mindset#LI-HybridTrade Union Non-unionizedAt Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We’re committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.If there’s something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you’re applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!Job Family Risk management (FG)Unposting Date 2024-10-19

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