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Senior Risk Analyst / Modelling Maestro, SAS North East, 3

The Supply Curve — 2010-09-03T15:36+00:00

Senior Risk Analyst / Modelling Maestro, SAS – North East, 30 – 45k + Bens

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading financial organisation looking to expand the Credit Risk team with a Senior Scorecard developer / analyst. You will be responsible for the design, development, validation and implementation of risk models and scorecards to predict customer behaviour within the collections and recovery department. Perfect for a Statistical number cruncher with experience within the financial services sector, if you can SAS and use your know how to aid a crucial stage in the decision making process - this is definitely the role for you!

To apply for the role:

You will have a degree in a numerical subject such as Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, and Physics or similar
Preferably you should have some strong experience of model development in a financial services environment using SAS
Desirably you will have experience of dealing with large data sets and manipulating data in order to build models

The successful applicant will receive an excellent remuneration package from between 30 and 45k base, depending on experience and suitability for the role.

Location: North East
Salary: Up to £45,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Do You Have Economic Foresight? Senior Credit Risk Manager

The Supply Curve — 2010-09-03T15:35+00:00

Do you have economic foresight? Senior Credit Risk Manager – Finance, London, to 110k + Car + Bonus + Bens

With the banking environment set to be shaken up, an enthralling prospect for all banking professionals, this is an amazing opportunity to take the lead of a fundamental department in a world leading financial organisation.

Your role is to ensure the company is well placed for growth within the sector. You will oversee the application and development of econometric and other statistical analysis, providing premium risk modelling, stress testing and mitigation strategies. The keystone of the role is to understand how the economy is going to impact the organisation and shape the direction. You will be an inspirational team leader and mentor, and a passionate representative of the company, with managerial experience and an unremitting drive to be better.

You will be an undisputed leader! With excellent team leadership and communication skills, complete with experience in managing teams in a large organisation. You will be an industry level expert in one area of relevance such as impairment modelling, or stress testing etc

TO BE CONSIDERED you will have a least 5 years experience in the development of risk models, complete with expert knowledge of modern risk management techniques within the industry. Although this is not a coding role, you should be competent with popular statistical packages such as SAS, SPSS, R, S-Plus and/or Eviews. With a good numerate degree, preferably with a postgraduate qualification in maths, statistics, operational research, economics or a related subject.

Remuneration ranges from 60 – 100k, with top levels requiring exemplary experience and expertise.

Location: London
Salary: Up to £110,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

BASEL II Manger - SAS - Banking, London, to 65k Package + Bo

The Supply Curve — 2010-09-03T15:34+00:00

BASEL II Manger - SAS - Banking, London, to 65k package + bonus + bens

Does Capital Adequacy come under your forte?

Are you the master of SAS?

An opportunity has arisen within a prestigious; world leading financial organisation for a Basel II Manager with a passion for Econometrics and Modelling!

What will the role entail?

Developing the performance monitoring process for credit models
Heading up a team of analysts responsible for Basel II modelling
Developing new modelling techniques and solutions
Be a technical leader and first point of call to all levels
Be responsible for raising awareness of best practices across the department

In return, you will have most of the following:

Have a excellent degree in a numerate discipline e.g. maths or stats
Have a minimum of 3 years experience in the financial services industry
Have expert knowledge of modern risk management techniques
Have experience with statistical packages such as SAS
Be accustomed to dealing with large datasets and model development
Be a natural team leader, with the ability motivate and manage others
Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Apply today – send your CV or call for more info!

Location: London
Salary: Up to £65,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Senior Manager, Electricity Distribution and Compliance

The Supply Curve — 2010-08-26T16:06+00:00

The Ofgem (Office of Gas and Electricity Markets) Group regulates the gas and electricity industries in Britain. Our role is to protect consumers and enable them to secure value for money and benefit from reliable supplies. Ofgem has now restructured to meet its duties and obligations for both today’s and also tomorrow’s consumer. E-Serve is responsible for Ofgem’s delivery functions, while Ofgem maintains its regulatory and policy roles.

You will be expected to work flexibly, contributing to a range of areas of work within our Costs and Outputs analysis team. Your primary purpose will be to manage and carry out the assessment of expenditure and performance across electricity distribution activities, as part of an annual reporting process and in preparation for the next price control.

This work will involve the assessment of expenditure and outputs, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will also gather, validate and analyse complex historical and forecast accounting and operational information, in order to understand costs and cost drivers, levels of performance and outputs, to draw out key relationships in the data.

Key requirements

a degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field (e.g. engineering, economics, accountancy, finance)
working background in the monopoly electricity sector with exposure to regulatory, audit or commercial issues
ability to gather and validate data, including quantitative and qualitative analysis, and successfully present analytical and financial information
excellent influencing skills and the ability to think strategically, challenging cost and performance information, when appropriate
strong communication and relationship building skills, including the ability to manage and develop a team
proven track record in delivering key projects to challenging timescales
ability to use Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel

What we offer you

25 days annual leave; rising to 30 days after two years
excellent training and development opportunities
the opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements, which include a valuable range of benefits
flexible working hours and family friendly policies
subsidised gym and restaurant
interest free season ticket loan, and
an excellent working environment.

For an application pack, please complete the form below or contact our response handling line on 01206 570 706 quoting reference TSC-OFG/487.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, 15 September 2010. CVs will not be accepted or read. Please be aware that candidates may be required to undertake testing as part of the selection process. No agencies please.

This post is open to EC nationals, members of the Commonwealth, European Economic area (EEA), Swiss nationals and certain non-EEA family members. Candidates from the Commonwealth must be free from any restrictions to take up employment in the UK. Ofgem is an equal opportunities employer. Promoting choice and value for all gas and electricity customers.

Location: London SW1
Salary: £43,600 - £67,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing
Closing Date: Apply by 15/09/2010

Senior Analysts

The Supply Curve — 2010-08-26T09:35+00:00

Your role will involve working flexibly to contribute to a range of areas of work within our Costs and Outputs analysis team, developing and implementing price controls. You will be involved in working with other team members in the preparation of business plan guidance and templates, cost benchmarking, incentive setting, establishment of monitoring regimes, and subsequent performance and compliance monitoring.

Key requirements

a degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field (e.g. economics, accountancy, finance, engineering)
relevant work expertise, preferably in the monopoly Gas and/or Electricity sectors
ability to work to tight deadlines within a team environment
expertise in quantitative and qualitative analysis
ability to gather and validate data
good report drafting skills
expertise in Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel

What we offer you

25 days annual leave; rising to 30 days after two years
excellent training and development opportunities
the opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements, which include a valuable range of benefits
flexible working hours and family friendly policies
subsidised gym and restaurant
interest free season ticket loan, and
an excellent working environment.

For an application pack, please complete the form below or contact our response handling line on 01206 570 706 quoting reference TSC-OFG/488.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, 14 September 2010. CVs will not be accepted or read. Please be aware that candidates may be required to undertake testing as part of the selection process. No agencies please.

Location: London SW1
Salary: £31,500 - £43,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing
Closing Date: Apply by 14/09/2010

Policy Analyst/Senior Policy Analyst

The Supply Curve — 2010-08-18T06:02+00:00

The Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) is the regulator of Britain’s gas and electricity industries. Our primary duty is the protection of consumers through appropriate monopoly regulation and promotion of competition. We also address a wide range of policy issues including charging structures, the scope for competition in network development and, increasingly, the role of energy networks in meeting the Government’s environmental objectives. We are building teams with the capability to analyse complex data and enhance our understanding of the business’s key cost drivers and customers’ interests.

With the prospect of challenging and interesting work on high profile projects and the chance to make a difference to the UK’s 26 million gas and electricity customers, this is an opportunity too good to miss. We can also offer you significant scope for progression and development in a leading-edge organisation.

We are currently recruiting for a number of roles across different skill levels and different work areas. You will join our existing team within a highly professional, fast-paced and collegiate environment, delivering to tight schedules and deadlines. You will assist Ofgem’s work to regulate monopoly networks effectively by developing policies in relation to electricity and gas networks, connections, price controls and the commercial and regulatory framework. Working within the Local Grids Policy team, you will engage in a broad range of issues that are fundamental to the operation of the energy industry in the UK. You will be expected to work flexibly, contributing to a range of areas of work within our Distribution Policy team. The primary purpose of these roles is to manage and carry out policy analysis related to the regulation of gas and electricity distribution activities. The work will involve assessment of existing, and development of new, policies, as well as compliance and regulatory requirements, and can be highly analytical.

Key requirements

a degree in a relevant field (e.g. economics, accountancy, finance) or equivalent qualification/expertise
expertise in policy (quantitative and qualitative) analysis
ability to develop and analyse complex concepts
strong communication and relationship building skills
expertise in working to tight deadlines within a team environment
expertise in standard Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel

In addition, for the Senior Policy Analyst role, you will need:

an appropriate level of expertise, preferably with exposure to policy, regulatory or commercial issues
capability in team management and development
ability to deliver key projects to challenging timescales
familiarity with concepts of economic regulation

What we offer you

25 days annual leave; rising to 30 days after two years
excellent training and development opportunities
the opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements, which include a valuable range of benefits
flexible working hours and family friendly policies
subsidised gym and restaurant
interest free season ticket loan, and
an excellent working environment.

For an application pack, please complete the form below or contact our response handling line on 01206 570 706 quoting reference TSC-OFG/480.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, 8 September 2010. CVs will not be accepted or read. Please be aware that candidates may be required to undertake testing as part of the selection process. No agencies please.

Location: London SW1
Salary: Various Levels Depending on Skills and Expertise
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing
Closing Date: Apply by 08/09/2010

Senior Economist

The Supply Curve — 2010-08-17T11:49+00:00

This role plays a key part in Ofgem’s duty to ensure the wholesale energy markets remain competitive, efficient and deliver secure supplies. You will take responsibility for ensuring the market arrangements deliver these aims through reviewing market rules, assessing modifications, investigating alleged anti-competitive behaviour and liaising with industry and government. You will also play an important part of the management function, directly line managing and coaching/mentoring junior staff in the team.

Key requirements

wide-ranging expertise in applying regulatory economics and/or developing policy and strategy in a commercial or public sector environment, ideally gained within the energy sector
detailed knowledge of the wholesale markets, significant expertise of competition policy and strong communication skills, all gained and applied at a senior level
proven track record of managing staff and leading teams
demonstrable ability to deliver projects successfully against challenging and competing deadlines
a degree, or equivalent, in economics or a related discipline
a Masters degree, or equivalent, in economics or a related discipline would be advantageous

What we offer you

25 days annual leave; rising to 30 days after two years
excellent training and development opportunities
the opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements, which include a valuable range of benefits
flexible working hours and family friendly policies
subsidised gym and restaurant
interest free season ticket loan, and
an excellent working environment.

For an application pack, please complete the form below or contact our response handling line on 01206 570 706 quoting reference TSC-OFG/481.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon, 6 September 2010. CVs will not be accepted or read. Please be aware that candidates may be required to undertake testing as part of the selection process. No agencies please.

Location: London SW1
Salary: £55,000 - £68,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing
Closing Date: Apply by 06/09/2010

Economists

The Supply Curve — 2010-08-17T11:40+00:00

The Ofgem (Office of Gas and Electricity Markets) Group regulates the gas and electricity industries in Britain. Our role is to protect consumers and enable them to secure value for money and benefit from reliable supplies. Ofgem has now restructured to meet its duties and obligations for both today’s and also tomorrow’s consumers. E-Serve is responsible for Ofgem’s delivery functions, while Ofgem maintains its regulatory and policy roles.

You will make a significant contribution to the analysis and development of the regulatory regime of the GB energy markets. You will lead in developing and undertaking economic analysis of these markets, with a view of setting effective regulatory incentives on the gas and electricity System Operators and developing the regulatory regime for access to storage facilities, interconnectors and LNG. You will communicate the results of your analysis effectively, internally and externally, to inform and contribute to regulatory developments, including options development and appraisal, and senior level decision-making. You will contribute to wider regulatory developments within the Markets division and Ofgem. You will also be able to contribute effectively as a member of the team and demonstrate sound judgement and reasoning.

Key requirements

a minimum of a 2:1 degree, or equivalent, in an economics, engineering, mathematics or science discipline
strong analytical and quantitative skills
expertise in applying analysis and/or policy development in a commercial, consulting or public sector environment
strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly to non-economists
demonstrable ability to take initiative, react quickly to market events and think creatively
expertise in regulatory, energy or competition economics, as well as industry codes and agreements, is desirable

What we offer you

25 days annual leave; rising to 30 days after two years
excellent training and development opportunities
the opportunity to join the Civil Service pension arrangements, which include a valuable range of benefits
flexible working hours and family friendly policies
subsidised gym and restaurant
interest free season ticket loan, and
an excellent working environment.

For an application pack, please complete the form below or contact our response handling line on 01206 570 706 quoting reference TSC-OFG/482.

Location: London SW1
Salary: £31,500 - £43,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing
Closing Date: Apply by 06/09/2010

Marketing Insight Analyst Campaign Analysis - Manager, Lon

The Supply Curve — 2010-08-06T16:02+00:00

Could you be the catalyst to start off marketing analytics for a leading search company?

A leading online shopping site needs an above the line expert in the customer analytics field to head up and start their paper marketing analytics. In need of an experienced marketing analyst who understands customer behaviour and who can derive actionable insights from data, the company want you to help them create the best targeted marketing campaigns ever to drive their success and create the most effective media spend. With in excess of 11million visitors to their site, if you have the drive to be the best…then read this way…

You will be:

At the centre of marketing analysis
Responsible for campaign segmentation, reporting and analytical support

Responsible for the tracking and analysis of campaigns with the aim to increase effectiveness and target the customer
Responsible for choosing the relevant software to use - SPSS or SAS
Working closely with the marketing team to understand analysis requirements
The creator of insights through analysis
The producer of data analytics to support customer strategy, planning and campaign forecasting
Investigating the effectiveness of different types of marketing
Responsible for keeping other teams up to date with your findings
Working with technical and web developers to make sure all reporting systems are in place and delivering to target

Requirements:

Minimum of a good 2:1 analytical degree, in business information systems etc
An understanding of web analytics and online customer tracking systems, such as Omniture
Experience in the commercial / marketing sector
An understanding of SPSS, Excel and Access
Preferably with predictive modelling experience
Experience in manipulation, analysis and interpretation of large datasets
Preferably with experience of understanding customer behaviours through research and statistical modelling
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work well under pressure and multi-task
Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

Start something - send your CV or call today!

Location: London
Salary: Up to £45,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

MSc/PhD ECONOMIST/ECONOMETRICIAN Role with a Leading ENERGY

The Supply Curve — 2010-08-06T16:02+00:00

A leading energy company is looking for Economists/Econometricians. If you have a passion for econometrics and a minimum of 12 months econometric work experience this is your golden ticket to enter the exciting energy field and never look back!

What will the role entail?

Data collection, analysis, and data mining
Demand and supply forecasting for diesel, crude oil and gas
Price forecasting
Energy market modelling
Providing analytical support to the trading desk
Buckets of econometric analysis

To be considered for this position, what will I need?

An in-depth understanding of econometric techniques; including Time Series regression, OLS, cross sectional and panel data; and supply, demand and price forecasting
Preferably a knowledge of omitted variable bias but this is not mandatory
Experience with EViews
A good degree and a minimum of a good Master’s in Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, or a related discipline
Excellent communication skills
And an unremitting passion for econometrics

Location: London
Salary: Up to £60,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Three SENIOR Financial Vacancies RISK, BASEL II & MODELLIN

The Supply Curve — 2010-08-06T15:58+00:00

We have a cluster of opportunities in the North East with a number of leading financial services providers...

THREE fantastic roles within FINANCE, so if you have the drive, we have the right road. Send your CV with an expression of interest to start the ball rolling!

The Senior Credit Risk role is to:

Develop and oversee Econometric Modelling and Stress Testing methodologies
Develop Credit Risk modelling and forecasting solutions
Support the Analysts in the team to develop wider initiatives
Work to best practices at all times, meeting all regulation
Be intent on improving procedure at all times
Build a network of external contacts within the industry
Be aware of all new develoments and regulatory changes

The Basel II Manager’s role is to:

Does Capital Adequacy come under your forte?

Lead a team of analysts responsible for Basel II modelling
Develop the monitoring process for credit models
Support model growth by developing new modelling techniques and solutions
Be a technical leader and mentor to all levels

The Senior Credit Risk Modeller’s role is to:

Be responsible for the design, development, validation and implementation of risk models
Be able to use SAS and the careful manipulation of large datasets to apply your know how to aid a crucial stage in the decision making process

To be considered for any of the roles the successful candidate will have most of the following:

A minimum of a 2:1 degee and preferably a masters, in a quantitative discipline i.e maths, statistics, operational research or economics
Eager to develop own expetise
Ideally have strong analytical and IT skills and proven experience of using an array of statistical / econometric packages such as SAS, SQL, SPSS etc and advanced Excel
Some experience in consumer finance and the development of risk models
Ideally have a good knowledge of modern risk management techniques and the use of risk models
Be experienced in the extraction and manipulation of large data sets to support model developments
Be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written

If you tick some of the boxes, call or send your CV today!

Location: North East
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Market Analyst

The Supply Curve — 2010-08-05T17:46+00:00

High calibre individual with excellent academics and strong knowledge of the consumer finance marketplace and its regulation sought by this prestigious financial institution.

Applicants will demonstrate superior analytical skills, complemented by the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels across this complex organisation. Previous experience will include research relating to the financial services sector and/or consumer behaviour and will be gained from product management, equity research, economics compliance or risk area of financial services or from the research or economics area of a trade body or government department. Familiarity with the FSA's Conduct of Business Rules will be an advantage.

The role is extremely varied and will include market and company analysis, managing relationships with a diverse client base and producing numerical and written reports and analysis for circulation internally and externally. Experience of the design of retail financial products and exposure to project management is strongly preferred

Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Chief Economist, Emerging Europe

The Supply Curve — 2010-07-30T13:42+00:00

Based in London, the successful candidate will join Global Economics, a team of 15 based in London, Paris, Hong Kong, Tokyo and New York.

The position entails economic analysis of Emerging Europe and servicing both internal and external clients.

Scope

Geographical coverage: Emerging Europe (with focus on Russia, Turkey, Poland, Hungary and Czech Republic).
Economic scenario: Preparation of the economic scenario, working in co-operation with the team to ensure that the global scenario is coherent. This entails forecasting key macro economic variables for the current and coming two years.
Policy watch: Development of central bank reaction functions and forecasts on central bank action. Analysis of fiscal policy and public debt sustainability. Development of contacts with key policymakers.
Data comments: Preview, live comment and post-release analysis of key data releases.
Thematic research: Analysis of structural trends shaping the future course of the economy and relating these to financial markets.
Products: Contribution to the team regular publications and thematic research.
Marketing: Presentation to clients of the overall global economic scenario and in-depth presentations on the geographical areas of coverage.
Teach-ins: Presentation to the sales and trading teams with the aim to (1) strengthen the overall knowledge base and (2) build ideas for investment products.
Significant autonomy in preparing research and conversing with clients.
- Internal: Other SG research teams, sales, trading and senior management.
- External: Clients and press.

Candidate Profile

A Masters Degree in Economics is a requirement for this position. Additional qualifications, such as a Ph.D., and MBA of the CFA would be welcome.
Significant experience from a reputable economic research team within the financial services industry or a public sector institution (IMF, OECD, central bank, etc.
English is a firm requirement. Russian would be a clear plus and an Eastern European language or Turkish is a nice to have.
IT: Microsoft Office, Bloomberg (or Reuters), DataStream (or other database platform) and E-views (or other econometric software).
Econometrics: Good econometric skills are required.
Team player: Able to interact and work within a diverse international team.
Strong communication skills: Ability to deliver a clear message in a convincing manner on complex issuesClient oriented: A strong understanding of the central role of our clients.
Reliable and quality oriented: Deadlines must be meet and products must be of high standard. This point also relates to strong ethics.
Flexible and open-minded: A willingness to accept new thoughts and ideas. An ability to adapt to the changing needs of our clients (both internal and external).

Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Policy Development - Financial Services

The Supply Curve — 2010-07-30T10:34+00:00

We currently seek to identify several high calibre individuals with strong knowledge of the UK regulatory regime and the Consumer Finance arena to undertake various roles with high profile financial institutions.Applicants will be academic high achievers with superior verbal and written communication skills and advanced analytical ability, complemented by practical experience and/or theoretical knowledge of at least one of the following areas: Retail Banking, Funds, Pensions, Life Assurance, Credit Cards, or General Insurance. Opportunities also exist within specialist Financial Compensation and Regulatory Risk areas.

Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Policy Development - General Insurance

The Supply Curve — 2010-07-30T10:34+00:00

Prestigious financial institution seeks high calibre individuals with significant experience of the Insurance industry, superior academics and excellent research and analysis skills to undertake project based analysis pertaining to insurance regulation.

The proven ability to build and develop effective internal and external working relationships and influence at all levels is essential, and will be complemented by a sound technical background, and, ideally, a relevant professional qualification. A good understanding of the UK regulatory framework is essential, together with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audience in both verbal and written formats.

The role is extremely challenging yet rewarding and offers excellent opportunities for personal and career development.

Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Pricing Analyst - Graduate or Junior Actuarial Student

The Supply Curve — 2010-07-30T09:30+00:00

Our client, a well known insurer, is seeking either an actuarial student, or an academically strong graduate to join its motor pricing team.

The role reports directly in to the Motor Pricing Manager, and the overall purpose of the job is to support the delivery of business and financial targets, in particular the budgeted motor sales, revenue and profit volumes, through high quality analysis and forward-moving changes.

Pricing and Underwriting

Proactively identify pricing & underwriting opportunities and make recommendations to exploit them.
Present results of analysis effectively and influence decision-making panels.
Maintain robust pricing processes including rate change history, logs, specs, formal test plans.
Gain & maintain familiarity with Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and rate changes, past & present.

Analysis and Reporting

Carry out necessary and sufficient analysis to make informed decisions on pricing & underwriting.
Use SAS and spreadsheet modelling to monitor profitability and competitiveness and to answer business questions.
Detailed statistical pricing analysis of customer and product data
Customer profiling and segmentation
Analysis of fraud
Product profitability and lifetime value modelling
Exploration of additional data sources
Audit of effectiveness of processes
Ensure timely delivery of accurate KPI reports.
Provide clear data requirements to IT Services to ensure a consistent and accurate supply of data, which satisfies all motor underwriting requirements.

Rating Development

Enhance and maintain the rating algorithm and the business acceptance criteria logic.
Plan, implement & test all rate changes. Arrange & progress comprehensive testing by others as necessary.

Experience required
They are looking for someone from 0 to 2 years actuarial experience. Applicants with experience will have ideally obtained this from a General Insurance background.
Academically you must have a minimum of a 2:1 for your degree, coupled a Mathematics degree where you will have obtained at least a ‘B’
Good communication skills
In terms of IT experience, good knowledge of Excel is required. SAS or Emblem advantageous but not essential
You must have the right to work in the UK, so you will either be an EU citizen or hold a current Tier 1 visa

Location: London
Salary: £25,000 - £45,000 pa
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Capital Markets/Listings Specialist

The Supply Curve — 2010-07-14T17:43+00:00

High calibre individual with strong academics and practical experience of working in a corporate finance or Equity/GDR environment, sought by this prestigious financial institution.

Applicants will, ideally be qualified lawyers or accountants, with corporate finance experience gained from a practice, banking or consultancy environment. Applications are also welcomed from economists, investor relations specialists and financial journalists who are able to demonstrate a good knowledge of the equity capital markets.

This is a high profile role offering exposure to a wide range of industry professionals. The successful candidate will be a strong communicator with superior writing skills and the proven ability to analyse complex information. Previous experience of working with senior management and the credibility and gravitas essential to negotiate and influence at a very senior level is essential, together with an enquiring mind, and a proactive interest in the Equity Capital Markets.

Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing

Manager, Economic/Equity Market Risk

The Supply Curve — 2010-07-14T17:41+00:00

Dynamic individual with effective people management skills and significant experience of the Equity markets and the regulatory environments and wider economy in which they operate sought by this prestigious financial institution.

Key purpose of the role is to proactively monitor and mitigate risk utilising knowledge of governance, strategy and technology changes. This will involve strategic, economic and risk analysis, building and maintaining strong working relationships with a wide network of internal and external counterparties and keeping abreast of economic and industry developments across the global Equities arena.

The successful candidate will possess a good understanding of equities trading platforms, together with a broad knowledge of all types of market participants including data vendors, exchanges, brokers, investors, and technology firms. The ability to communicate and influence at a senior level is prerequisite, together with previous experience of leading and motivating a small team.

Applicants will demonstrate superior analytical ability and sound judgement, together with the ability to drive through change. The role will suit a compliance/risk professional economist, equity analyst or strategic analyst with practical experience of working the Equities marketplace who is seeking a broad and diverse role within a dynamic, high profile organisation.

Location: London
Salary: Competitive
Type: Permanent
Starting: Immediately
Duration: Ongoing