Equity Exotics Quant Modeller | 1st Line Challenge

A leading Tier 1 Investment Bank is seeking a Director-level Equities Exotics Modelling Quant to join its Equity & Hybrids team in London. Salary range £180k-£200k base plus bonus.
This is a highly technical and hands-on role focused on complex and exotic equity pricing models (Local Vol, Stochastic Local Volatility, Local Correlation, Cliquets and cross-asset hybrids). The position is embedded within the equities quant function globally, providing expert model challenge and shaping submissions ahead of independent validation.
This will suit a senior quant modelling specialist who has actually built and calibrated complex equity exotics models and can intellectually challenge pricing frameworks because they understand them deeply. A real unique opportunity to become a platform-level modelling authority offering broader influence across the equities business.
This role requires a true modelling specialist — not just governance oversight. Strong recent experience in Equity exotics is essential.
Full details of the Role:You will work closely with Front Office quant teams developing and enhancing pricing and risk models across Equity and Hybrid products, particularly exotic derivatives. Acting as a senior technical authority, you will review and challenge model assumptions, guide enhancements, and help shape the overall modelling framework.
This role goes beyond pure model review — you will influence model standards, testing frameworks and governance practices across the function.
Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed technical reviews of complex equity and hybrid derivatives models
• Assess model assumptions, limitations and associated risk impacts
• Develop alternative models or benchmarking approaches where appropriate
• Specify, build and run analytical tests (primarily in Python; C++ exposure beneficial)
• Analyse results and clearly articulate findings to senior stakeholders
• Produce high-quality documentation aligned to internal governance standards
• Strengthen model testing coverage and promote automation where possible
• Partner with traders, strategists, developers and validation teams across the model lifecycle
• Contribute to broader strategic initiatives relating to model standards and controls
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to less experienced quants

Candidate Profile

• PhD or Master’s degree in Financial Mathematics, Mathematics or Physics
• Significant experience developing and/or implementing Equity Derivatives models (hybrids advantageous)
• Strong knowledge of exotic derivatives modelling (equity preferred; other asset classes considered)
• Advanced Python skills; C++ beneficial
• Experience interacting with validation and control functions
• Exceptional attention to detail and high professional standards
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

This is an opportunity to operate at Director level within a leading global investment bank, combining deep quantitative expertise with strategic influence across Front Office model development and governance.
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.Note- visa sponsorship may be arranged for the right candidate.