Principal Adviser Quantitative Analyst

Rio Tinto
Singapore, SG, Singapore
Competitive
May 11, 2021
May 26, 2021
308541998
Audit & Legal
Permanent
Full Time
English
Principal Advisor, Quantitative Analyst
  • Opportunity to work in a world class organization
  • Develop global trading strategies around our market leading asset portfolio
  • Work in a collaborative and fast paced global environment, based in Singapore

About the role

As part of its ongoing commercial strategy, RTC has established a trading division. The role of Integrated Trading is to enhance our commercial abilities in an agile structure that will capture additional value through effective management of market risks, and from optionality in our physical assets and contract portfolio.
  • Maximise the value of Rio Tinto's physical flows by placing our products optimally
  • Optimise our portfolio and capture additional margin from the value chain
  • Work with our assets to determine optimal products and volume to produce and sell

The Principal Advisor, Quantitative Analyst main responsibilities will include
  • Validate 3rd party pricing and risk models for physical base metals and derivatives.
  • Build new pricing models for bespoke market and credit risk systems.
  • Work with trading market analysts and traders to develop forecasting models and back-test trading strategies.
  • Work with Product Control and Market Risk to support and enhance existing systems

About you
  • Master's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. finance, financial engineering, maths, statistics, etc)
  • Minimum 3 years of working experience as a Quantitative Analyst.
  • Proficient in Python and working with databases like SQL Server.
  • Knowledge of Data Science techniques will be a plus.
  • Experience in time-series forecasting, anomaly detection, user categorization will be advantageous.
  • A commodities background is an advantage but not essential.
  • Good communication skills, ability to articulate technical concepts and drive discussions with teams.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-pace environment.

About us

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We've developed some of the world's largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You'll find then in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

Apply before 06/03/2021 if you want to work in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for a role you must complete all pre-screening questions.