Job Description

Purpose of the role

To provide quantitative and analytical expertise to support trading strategies, risk management, and decision-making within the investment banking domain, applying quantitative analysis, mathematical modelling, and technology to optimise trading and investment opportunities. 

Accountabilities

• Development and implementation of quantitative models and strategies to derive insight into market trends and optimize trading decisions, pricing, and risk management across various financial products and markets.
• Working closely with sales teams to identify clients' needs and develop customised solutions.
• In-depth research, data analysis, and statistical modelling to derive insights into market trends, pricing, and risk dynamics.
• Provide front office infrastructure support though ownership and maintenance of analytical libraries.
• Provision of expertise on quantitative methodologies, technological advancements, and industry best practices to drive innovation within the trading environment.

Assistant Vice President Expectations

• To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
• Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
• OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
• Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
• Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
• Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
• Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
• Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Join us as a “FX Strats - AVP” to support critical trading desk initiatives across portfolio optimization, and risk analytics. This role blends quantitative analysis, technology, and stakeholder engagement to deliver high-impact solutions for the global Macro business.

To be a successful “FX Strats - AVP” you will lead strategic technology and analytical projects, developing state-of-the-art tools that leverage the latest UI design principles. This is a high-visibility position offering direct exposure to Trading, Quant teams, Global Strats, and Technology leadership.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about FX markets, mathematics, and coding. This role provides an excellent opportunity to deepen your expertise in FX, rates, and other derivative products.

Basic/ Essential Qualifications:

• Design and develop trading dashboards and tools to manage P&L, monitor risk, and optimize financial resources using advanced analytics.
• Build and maintain front-to-back tools, incorporating modern UI design principles.
• Develop a strong understanding of FX Options, FX and FX derivatives.
• Collaborate with global teams to enhance processes and deliver innovative solutions.
• Partner with Trading, Sales, Structuring and Technology on ad-hoc projects.
• Ensure adherence to robust risk and control frameworks.

Desirable skillsets/ good to have:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong academic record with demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience in investment banking, preferably in FX Trading, Structuring, Strats, or Quant roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Python (including data analysis libraries).
• Experience in API development and integrations.
• Ability to prioritize and manage large projects, taking full ownership of deliverables.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Experience building UI dashboards using Dash (Python) and React.
• Knowledge of modern development tools and practices (GitLab, CI/CD, Kubernetes, Docker).
• Highly motivated
• Front Office Support / Middle Office management experience, ideally in Rates/Macro products Knowledge of Markets (FX, Rates)
• Strong understanding of FX products and risk management.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work under pressure on time-sensitive deliverables with a zero-error tolerance.

This role will be based out of NKP Mumbai.