Commodities Strategist- Vice President

The Fixed Income Division is comprised of Interest Rate and Currency Products, Credit Products and Distribution. Professionals in the Division assess and actively manage risk, trade securities, and structure as well as execute innovative transactions in the fast-paced and constantly changing global markets. The Commodities Division is a market leader across a broad range of commodities markets, with expertise in areas including client risk management, financing solutions and investor products Sales & Trading.

From the largest global institutions to innovative new hedge funds, investors come to Morgan Stanley for sales, trading, and market-making services in almost every type of financial instrument including stocks, bonds, derivatives, foreign exchange, and commodities. Our professionals provide liquidity and content to clients around the world, actively assessing and managing risk, trading securities, and planning and executing transactions in the fast-changing markets. As the needs of our clients become increasingly complex, we often develop customized solutions.

About Morgan Stanley: Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management, and wealth management services. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives, and needs is an important part of our culture.

What will you be doing?

• Develop and maintain derivatives pricing models for commodities.
• Expand the scope of our pricing capabilities to new underliers/payoffs, solving idiosyncratic challenges as they arise.
• Collaborate closely with the trading team to ensure accurate risk management.
• Perform data analysis for trading desk.
• Work with control partners on model documentation and approval.

What we’re looking for:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a similar role, preferably as a quantitative analyst.
• Degree in a quantitative subject.
• Pricing model experience with derivatives products.
• Coding experience, preferably in C++/Python.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to self-motivate, multitask, and work independently.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements: This role is deemed as a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Where will you be working? 20 Bank Street London - Canary Wharf

Flexible work statement: Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Equal opportunities statement: Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.