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Financial Quantitative Analysts

SOC 13-2099.01

Develop quantitative financial products used to inform individuals or financial institutions engaged in saving, lending, investing, borrowing, or managing risk. Investigate methods for financial analysis to create mathematical models used to develop improved analytical tools or advanced financial investment instruments.

Green Occupation Zone 5 Business and Financial Operations

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Mathematics

4.2

Critical Thinking

4.1

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Complex Problem Solving

3.9

Active Listening

3.8

Speaking

3.8

Judgment and Decision Making

3.6

Active Learning

3.5

Knowledge Areas 8

Mathematics

5.0

Computers and Electronics

4.5

Economics and Accounting

4.3

English Language

3.6

Engineering and Technology

3.1

Administration and Management

3.0

Customer and Personal Service

2.4

Design

2.4

Key Tasks

1Develop core analytical capabilities or model libraries, using advanced statistical, quantitative, or econometric techniques.

2Provide application or analytical support to researchers or traders on issues such as valuations or data.

3Research or develop analytical tools to address issues such as portfolio construction or optimization, performance measurement, attribution, profit and loss measurement, or pricing models.

4Maintain or modify all financial analytic models in use.

5Apply mathematical or statistical techniques to address practical issues in finance, such as derivative valuation, securities trading, risk management, or financial market regulation.

Also Known As

Applied Research Director Data Analyst Equity Structurer Financial Engineer Financial Quantitative Analyst Global Analytics Head Global Credit Quantitative Analysis Head Investment Strategist Portfolio Manager Quantitative Analyst