My client’s Valuation Control provide an independent valuation assessment across the entire spectrum of financial instruments, ranging from vanilla products to the most complex structured and derivative transactions. This process involves the certification of models and their valuation methodologies, testing for adherence to such methodologies, evaluating internal valuation marks against external benchmarks, identification and resolution of valuation discrepancies.
Job Title: Valuations Controller
Job Type: Contract (6 months)
Location: London
Hourly: £55 - £71 PAYE
Opportunity Overview: A fantastic opportunity has risen to temporarily join my client as a Valuations Controller.
My client is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries
Role Objective: My client’s Valuation Control provide an independent valuation assessment across the entire spectrum of financial instruments, ranging from vanilla products to the most complex structured and derivative transactions. This process involves the certification of models and their valuation methodologies, testing for adherence to such methodologies, evaluating internal valuation marks against external benchmarks, identification and resolution of valuation discrepancies, and communicating a valuation assessment to senior trading and Finance management. The team is also involved in the continuous enhancements of the valuation control infrastructure with a view towards global and cross-product standardization.
Key Responsibilities:
• Undertake Independent Price Verification (IPV) of a global portfolio of assets using external data sources and financial models
• Debate IPV results and marking methodologies with front-office traders
• Review valuation and risk models while working closely with model developers
• Analyze pricing factors in complex financial products and comprehend market movements impact on the portfolio and firm-Identify and eliminate control gaps within the pricing framework
• Drive development on regulatory deliverables and automation projects using Agile
Requirements:
• Completed degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or Business-related discipline
• Deep knowledge of main financial products, their market context, and associated risks
• Clear, structured communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
• Strong analytical, quantitative skills and proficient user of Excel
• Knowledge of relevant pricing models and risk management techniques is an advantage
• Ability to understand code in VBA/Python or another programming language commonly used in the financial industry is an advantage
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