Valuation Control Group

**JOB DESCRIPTION**
The OTC Derivatives Valuation Control Group (VCG) is organized into a team of Over the counter (OTC) derivatives valuation and quantitative analysts based in the UK, Dallas, Sydney, and Mumbai. The VCG team provides OTC derivatives valuations to institutional clients, asset managers, hedge funds, and insurance companies who have outsourced part or all of their operations and/or middle office to J.P. Morgan. The VCG team provides the primary support and expertise for complex valuations and valuation queries from both internal and external clients. The team functions within the business as Subject Matter Experts for OTC derivatives valuation.

The team is looking for a Analyst/Senior Analyst to assist with OTC derivatives valuation, as well as projects related to new product testing / analysis and client on-boarding. This is a unique opportunity to work in a cross-asset environment with exposure to all types of OTC derivatives from vanilla to complex products

Summary of Responsibilities
- Provide independent valuation services to internal and external clients across a wide array of OTC derivative products including rates, credit, equity, FX, inflation, commodity, and volatility / variance swaps
- Establish and develop strong relationships with both internal and external clients
- Resolve ad-hoc issues, including queries related to third party valuations, procedures, and processes
- Other functions as required and as the role and analyst’s skills develop

Skills and Qualifications
- OTC Derivatives valuation knowledge across multiple asset classes
- 2-5 years of prior middle office or operations experience with a background in derivatives or valuations preferable
- A proactive, pragmatic approach to problem solving; good mathematical background; ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment; self-motivating; exhibit a natural curiosity towards learning about the financial markets
- Experience in Bloomberg, Reuters, other trading or market data platforms

Advanced degree (MBA, CFA, FRM, CA) or progression towards, is highly positive

**ABOUT US**

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

**ABOUT THE TEAM**

The Corporate & Investment Bank is a global leader across investment banking, wholesale payments, markets and securities services. The world’s most important corporations, governments and institutions entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. We provide strategic advice, raise capital, manage risk and extend liquidity in markets around the world.

Operations teams develop and manage innovative, secure service solutions to meet clients’ needs globally. Developing and using the latest technology, teams work to deliver industry-leading capabilities to our clients and customers, making it easy and convenient to do business with the firm. Teams also drive growth by refining technology-driven customer and client experiences that put users first, providing an unparalleled experience.