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Our client, a prominent financial institution in Fort Worth, Texas, US , is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Quantitative Analyst to join their team. This hybrid role involves developing and implementing sophisticated financial models to support trading strategies, risk management, and product development. You will work closely with portfolio managers, traders, and risk officers to translate complex financial concepts into robust quantitative frameworks. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in a quantitative field, coupled with practical experience in financial modeling, statistical analysis, and programming. Responsibilities include designing, testing, and validating pricing models, risk models, and portfolio optimization algorithms. You will also be involved in data analysis, performance attribution, and the generation of insightful reports for senior management. We are looking for an individual with excellent problem-solving skills, a deep understanding of financial markets, and proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or C++. This hybrid position requires regular on-site collaboration with team members and stakeholders, while allowing for focused analytical work remotely. The ability to communicate complex quantitative concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences is essential. Join a leading financial firm and contribute to its success through rigorous quantitative analysis and innovative financial modeling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and backtest quantitative models for pricing derivatives, risk assessment, and portfolio optimization.
• Perform statistical analysis on large datasets to identify market trends and trading opportunities.
• Build and maintain robust financial models for various asset classes.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and traders to refine trading strategies and risk parameters.
• Conduct sensitivity analysis and stress testing on existing models.
• Generate reports and visualizations to communicate model results and insights to stakeholders.
• Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and regulatory compliance of all quantitative models.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in quantitative finance, econometrics, and computational methods.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the team's software development best practices.

Qualifications:

• Master's or Ph.D. in Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Quantitative Analyst or in a similar quantitative role within the financial industry.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, C++, or MATLAB.
• Solid understanding of financial markets, derivative pricing, and risk management principles.
• Experience with statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing team collaboration with independent work.
• Experience with SQL and database management is a plus.

This role is primarily based in our Fort Worth, Texas, US office, requiring regular in-person interaction, with some flexibility for remote work.

Our client is a cutting-edge financial services firm seeking a highly analytical and skilled Quantitative Analyst to join our dynamic team. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute to our sophisticated financial modeling and analytics efforts from your preferred location. You will be responsible for developing and implementing complex mathematical models, performing statistical analysis, and contributing to data-driven decision-making across various financial products and strategies. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in finance, mathematics, statistics, and programming, with a proven ability to translate complex quantitative concepts into actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and implement quantitative models for pricing, risk management, and trading strategies.
• Perform statistical analysis of large datasets to identify trends, correlations, and patterns.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers, traders, and risk managers to understand their quantitative needs.
• Design and conduct backtesting and validation of models.
• Contribute to the development of data pipelines and analytics infrastructure.
• Generate reports and visualizations to communicate complex quantitative findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of advancements in quantitative finance, machine learning, and data science.
• Ensure the accuracy, robustness, and efficiency of developed models.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of quantitative methodologies and tools.
• Assist in the documentation and deployment of quantitative models.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in quantitative analysis, financial modeling, or a related role.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in quantitative finance (e.g., Python, R, C++).
• Strong knowledge of statistical methods, time series analysis, and financial mathematics.
• Experience with financial data sources and analytical tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques is a plus.
• Experience with data visualization tools is beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects in a remote environment.

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Come join a growing financial technology company thats leading the marketplace in both the marketing and servicing of credit cards! Continental Finance Company specializes in credit card options for those consumers with less than perfect credit. We are seeking a Senior Financial Modeling Analyst to support our Finance team.

The Senior Financial Modeling Analyst will assist with various financial and corporate planning models to support internal and external requests. This individual will also assist with various projects that will impact business decisions.

CFC offers a hybrid work schedule which includes three (3) core days in the office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) and two (2) remote workdays (Monday and Friday)

Essential Functions:

• Buildfinancialmodels using historical data and providing forecasts based on various industry-related operating metrics.
• Development and analysis of key financial and non-financial risks and recommending actions for mitigation.
• Communicate data driven insights through analysis, reporting and data visualization.
• Preparing financial analysis, management reporting and monitoring trends in economics and forecasting assumptions.
• Working in a collaborative environment, assisting with research and financial analysis on potential acquisition opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Bachelors degree in finance, accounting or economics required.
• 2-5 years of credit card industry/banking experience preferred
• Proficiency with VBA within Microsoft Excel writing code and arrays required.
• Experience in financial planning and analysis required.
• Prior financial modeling experience required
• Prior experience in evaluating acquisition opportunities is preferred
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, and advanced Excel).
• Basic or intermediate understanding of SQL and Snowflake is a preferred
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management.
• Self-direct, highly motivated, and able to work independently.

Why Continental Finance?

Continental Finance Company (the CFC) is one of Americas leading marketers and servicers of credit cards for consumers with less-than-perfect credit. Since our founding in 2005, we have prided ourselves on corporate responsibility to customers in terms of a strong customer support program and fair treatment. With our success, we have also grown into an innovative financial tech company! With a state-of-the-art consumer marketing and servicing platform, we provide a variety of services to consumers when other financial institutions will not accommodate them. With more than 2.6 million credit cards managed and serviced since our founding, we pride ourselves on putting the customer first.We are not a chartered banking financial institution, nor are we a debt originator or a credit card issuer.

CFC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Our company provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.

CFC is seeking bright, energetic individuals that will help us grow and develop together! We uphold a promise to treat our employees with the same care and concern as we do our customers. We offer all employees competitive compensation and benefits in an exciting, fast-paced business casual environment. Join our growing team and apply online today!

#LI-HYBRID

We are Lightsource bp - and we're on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we've been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024. As a global developer, LSbp has adopted a capital-light model designed to retain management and equity interest in projects whilst minimising capex and debt consolidation. Therefore, once developed, project funding is relying extensively on third party capital including debt, tax equity, structured and/or common equity.
This is a hybrid role and must be perfromed out of our Austin, Denver, or San Francisco office.
**What you'll do**
**Core Responsibilities**
**Financial Modelling**
- For each individual asset portfolio, creating, developing and maintaining appropriate and robust financial models capable of:
o calculating returns and valuations for investments.
o sizing debt, calculating ratios and running sensitivities for different scenarios; and
o assisting in short-, medium- and long-term corporate level business planning and budgeting.
- Update portfolio models with actuals provided by the Finance team.
- Providing support in debt financing/re-financing and M&A transactions.
- Working with independent advisors (technical, legal, tax) and internal teams to develop in-depth knowledge of value drivers (e.g. technical, tax & accounting, Opex assumptions, and optimum capital structure).
- Providing good quality, timely financial modelling advice to stakeholders (debt, tax equity, partners & internal stakeholders), in a way that non-specialists can readily understand.
- Maintaining the monthly, semi-annual and annual cash flow models and assessing the impacts of model outputs on short- or long-term financing requirements.
- Supporting with Budgeting and financial planning.
- Supporting with Board presentations and analysis for various stakeholders.
**Portfolio Valuation Activities**
- On a regular basis, review the Asset Valuation Framework and provide update recommendations on matters including:
o Valuation methodology
o Modelling assumptions setting
o Financial KPIs and sensitivities to report
- Update on a semi-annual basis all individual asset portfolio model by:
o Collating from other teams and/or recommending modelling assumptions in accordance with the Asset Valuation Framework
o Updating models with financial actuals provided by the finance team and any agreed updated modelling assumptions;
o Delivering updated outputs, KPIs and sensitivities in accordance with the Asset Valuation Framework.
- Prepare valuation reports (PowerPoint / word) in a timely manner (expected to be semi-annually).
- Provide ad-hoc model update to support specific investment or divestment initiatives undertaken by the IM team or the wider group.
- Create or update portfolio models for valuation and divestment purposes.
**Within the Investment Management Team**
- Support the IM Portfolio Management group on investor compliance matters including but not limited to modelling and presentations to lenders and other external parties (tax equity, JV partners etc.).
- Support the risk management & optimization of assets by
o Performing financial analysis of proposals from other members of the team (e.g. Commercial Investment Director) or other LSbp teams (e.g. power marketing)
o Providing analytical support on risk analysis / scenario planning under the guidance of other members of the team
- Provide analytical and modelling support to investment / divestment opportunities
- In conjunction with the wider IM team (and other cross-functional and local teams) contribute to the generation of new asset investment or divestment ideas, which, then, may be discussed with other teams, analyzed and eventually implemented.
Such ideas to cover:
o Maintenance capex
o Operational improvement
o Site improvement (e.g. extension, new battery etc.)
o Other Commercial improvements (e.g. amendment to commercial contracts)
o Potential assets candidate for divestments or refinancing
Interaction with Other Teams
- Report / recommend (where applicable) to internal stakeholders (e.g. Regional CFO, Regional Head of Asset Management, LSbp executive committee etc.) on financial performance or valuation matters relating to the portfolio being managed.
- Day-to-day engagement with the Structured Finance Team including but not limited to:
o Seeking full understanding of closed projects.
o Taking ownership of financial close models (with a view to creating a fit-for-purpose valuation model);
o Ensuring valuation models share best practice with the structured finance modelling team.
o Supporting refinancing or M&A processes led by the Structured Finance Team
- Day-to-Day engagement with other teams including but not limited to:
o Ensuring that actual performance (prepared by the Finance team) is analyzed and incorporated in the valuation models on a regular basis.
o Ensuring modelling assumptions have been collated and/or reviewed with other teams (e.g. Asset Management, local development, tax etc.) in accordance with the Asset Valuation Framework.
o Ad-hoc interaction in relation to valuation of potential investments / disposals.
**Who we're looking for**
**Knowledge**
- Strong excel skills, VBA, Power Query, Power Bi (or similar data analysis tools) are a must
- Able to build financial models for project valuations and raising project level debt
- Understanding the key drivers that will impact a valuation
- Understanding key project finance debt sizing requirements.
- Good exposure and understanding of typical tax-related problems that can arise from investing in businesses outside the UK.
**Qualifications**
- Engineering or business degree
**Experience**
- Proven ability to independently build financial models (including operating models), run sensitivities and question assumptions on project finance transactions.
- Track record of acting as the primary modeler on a debt raising transaction within a financial institution, a financial advisory or a model auditing firm.
- Prior experience in taking a project through an IC committee including building models which present the business case for investing in a project would be a plus, although not necessarily required.
- Prior valuation experience would be a plus but is not necessarily required
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
**What challenges can you expect in this role?**
- In this role, you are expected to deal with multiple stakeholders across a complex matrix environment. You may not have all "pieces of the jigsaw" at any one time, but will be expected to think two or three shots ahead
- You (alongside the wider IM team) are expected to support Regional Heads by going into the details and "distilling" critical matters
- You must handle regular tasks in a consistent, predictable and professional manner whilst being able to step-up on "emergencies" or critical issues,
- You must be able to connect with multiple stakeholders and think globally - e.g. leverage best practices or learning from one area into the wider portfolio; provide strategic portfolio or regional insight from a detailed understanding of specific assets
**Why you'll make a great member of the team?**
**Personal qualities**
- Ability to organize workload and prioritize to maximum effect for both you and your team.
- Flexible approach in a fast-paced business which is constantly changing, keeping a clear head under pressure.
- Excellent attention to detail when checking information with an ability to recognize and question anomalies.
- Keen problem solver who can focus on appropriate details when solving problems and propose effective solutions.
- In addition to the modelling focus, communication and presentation skills are a must. The role will involve building bridges and strong connection with other teams in a matrix environment.
**We offer**
+ Competitive compensation: $142,000 to $57,000 annually plus a 20% annual bonus.
+ Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starts on your first day of employment with zero premiums for employee-only coverage.
+ Retention bonuses
+ Four weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave annually plus 11 paid holidays
+ 401(k) plan, with a 3% nonelective employer contribution.
+ Hybrid working environment (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote)
+ Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to 100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to 150.
+ Lifestyle Savings Account and more!
**Why you'll want to work with us**
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow - a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.
Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.
Be inspired: Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world.
Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
_We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to LSbp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations._

We are Lightsource bp - and we're on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we've been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024. As a global developer, LSbp has adopted a capital-light model designed to retain management and equity interest in projects whilst minimising capex and debt consolidation. Therefore, once developed, project funding is relying extensively on third party capital including debt, tax equity, structured and/or common equity.
This is a hybrid role and must be perfromed out of our Austin, Denver, or San Francisco office.
**What you'll do**
**Core Responsibilities**
**Financial Modelling**
- For each individual asset portfolio, creating, developing and maintaining appropriate and robust financial models capable of:
o calculating returns and valuations for investments.
o sizing debt, calculating ratios and running sensitivities for different scenarios; and
o assisting in short-, medium- and long-term corporate level business planning and budgeting.
- Update portfolio models with actuals provided by the Finance team.
- Providing support in debt financing/re-financing and M&A transactions.
- Working with independent advisors (technical, legal, tax) and internal teams to develop in-depth knowledge of value drivers (e.g. technical, tax & accounting, Opex assumptions, and optimum capital structure).
- Providing good quality, timely financial modelling advice to stakeholders (debt, tax equity, partners & internal stakeholders), in a way that non-specialists can readily understand.
- Maintaining the monthly, semi-annual and annual cash flow models and assessing the impacts of model outputs on short- or long-term financing requirements.
- Supporting with Budgeting and financial planning.
- Supporting with Board presentations and analysis for various stakeholders.
**Portfolio Valuation Activities**
- On a regular basis, review the Asset Valuation Framework and provide update recommendations on matters including:
o Valuation methodology
o Modelling assumptions setting
o Financial KPIs and sensitivities to report
- Update on a semi-annual basis all individual asset portfolio model by:
o Collating from other teams and/or recommending modelling assumptions in accordance with the Asset Valuation Framework
o Updating models with financial actuals provided by the finance team and any agreed updated modelling assumptions;
o Delivering updated outputs, KPIs and sensitivities in accordance with the Asset Valuation Framework.
- Prepare valuation reports (PowerPoint / word) in a timely manner (expected to be semi-annually).
- Provide ad-hoc model update to support specific investment or divestment initiatives undertaken by the IM team or the wider group.
- Create or update portfolio models for valuation and divestment purposes.
**Within the Investment Management Team**
- Support the IM Portfolio Management group on investor compliance matters including but not limited to modelling and presentations to lenders and other external parties (tax equity, JV partners etc.).
- Support the risk management & optimization of assets by
o Performing financial analysis of proposals from other members of the team (e.g. Commercial Investment Director) or other LSbp teams (e.g. power marketing)
o Providing analytical support on risk analysis / scenario planning under the guidance of other members of the team
- Provide analytical and modelling support to investment / divestment opportunities
- In conjunction with the wider IM team (and other cross-functional and local teams) contribute to the generation of new asset investment or divestment ideas, which, then, may be discussed with other teams, analyzed and eventually implemented.
Such ideas to cover:
o Maintenance capex
o Operational improvement
o Site improvement (e.g. extension, new battery etc.)
o Other Commercial improvements (e.g. amendment to commercial contracts)
o Potential assets candidate for divestments or refinancing
Interaction with Other Teams
- Report / recommend (where applicable) to internal stakeholders (e.g. Regional CFO, Regional Head of Asset Management, LSbp executive committee etc.) on financial performance or valuation matters relating to the portfolio being managed.
- Day-to-day engagement with the Structured Finance Team including but not limited to:
o Seeking full understanding of closed projects.
o Taking ownership of financial close models (with a view to creating a fit-for-purpose valuation model);
o Ensuring valuation models share best practice with the structured finance modelling team.
o Supporting refinancing or M&A processes led by the Structured Finance Team
- Day-to-Day engagement with other teams including but not limited to:
o Ensuring that actual performance (prepared by the Finance team) is analyzed and incorporated in the valuation models on a regular basis.
o Ensuring modelling assumptions have been collated and/or reviewed with other teams (e.g. Asset Management, local development, tax etc.) in accordance with the Asset Valuation Framework.
o Ad-hoc interaction in relation to valuation of potential investments / disposals.
**Who we're looking for**
**Knowledge**
- Strong excel skills, VBA, Power Query, Power Bi (or similar data analysis tools) are a must
- Able to build financial models for project valuations and raising project level debt
- Understanding the key drivers that will impact a valuation
- Understanding key project finance debt sizing requirements.
- Good exposure and understanding of typical tax-related problems that can arise from investing in businesses outside the UK.
**Qualifications**
- Engineering or business degree
**Experience**
- Proven ability to independently build financial models (including operating models), run sensitivities and question assumptions on project finance transactions.
- Track record of acting as the primary modeler on a debt raising transaction within a financial institution, a financial advisory or a model auditing firm.
- Prior experience in taking a project through an IC committee including building models which present the business case for investing in a project would be a plus, although not necessarily required.
- Prior valuation experience would be a plus but is not necessarily required
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
**What challenges can you expect in this role?**
- In this role, you are expected to deal with multiple stakeholders across a complex matrix environment. You may not have all "pieces of the jigsaw" at any one time, but will be expected to think two or three shots ahead
- You (alongside the wider IM team) are expected to support Regional Heads by going into the details and "distilling" critical matters
- You must handle regular tasks in a consistent, predictable and professional manner whilst being able to step-up on "emergencies" or critical issues,
- You must be able to connect with multiple stakeholders and think globally - e.g. leverage best practices or learning from one area into the wider portfolio; provide strategic portfolio or regional insight from a detailed understanding of specific assets
**Why you'll make a great member of the team?**
**Personal qualities**
- Ability to organize workload and prioritize to maximum effect for both you and your team.
- Flexible approach in a fast-paced business which is constantly changing, keeping a clear head under pressure.
- Excellent attention to detail when checking information with an ability to recognize and question anomalies.
- Keen problem solver who can focus on appropriate details when solving problems and propose effective solutions.
- In addition to the modelling focus, communication and presentation skills are a must. The role will involve building bridges and strong connection with other teams in a matrix environment.
**We offer**
+ Competitive compensation: $142,000 to $57,000 annually plus a 20% annual bonus.
+ Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starts on your first day of employment with zero premiums for employee-only coverage.
+ Retention bonuses
+ Four weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave annually plus 11 paid holidays
+ 401(k) plan, with a 3% nonelective employer contribution.
+ Hybrid working environment (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote)
+ Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to 100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to 150.
+ Lifestyle Savings Account and more!
**Why you'll want to work with us**
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow - a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.
Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values. From operating safely to ensuring our solar projects are responsible and promote biodiversity.
Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension, and other local benefits.
Be inspired: Join an agile, international team working across 15 countries to power the future and positively impact people, communities, ecosystems and biodiversity across the world.
Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
_We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to LSbp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us to request accommodations._

We are Lightsource bp - and we're on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.
For over a decade we've been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.
Our growing business is constantly innovating and investing to help drive the energy transition. Our people and projects are focused on supporting long-term sustainable growth and energy security.
Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024. As a global developer, LSbp has adopted a capital-light model designed to retain management and equity interest in projects whilst minimising capex and debt consolidation. Therefore, once developed, project funding is relying extensively on third party capital including debt, tax equity, structured and/or common equity.
This is a hybrid role and must be perfromed out of our Austin, Denver, or San Francisco office.
**What you'll do**
**Core Responsibilities**
**Financial Modelling**
- For each individual asset portfolio, creating, developing and maintaining appropriate and robust financial models capable of:
o calculating returns and valuations for investments.
o sizing debt, calculating ratios and running sensitivities for different scenarios; and
o assisting in short-, medium- and long-term corporate level business planning and budgeting.
- Update portfolio models with actuals provided by the Finance team.
- Providing support in debt financing/re-financing and M&A transactions.
- Working with independent advisors (technical, legal, tax) and internal teams to develop in-depth knowledge of value drivers (e.g. technical, tax & accounting, Opex assumptions, and optimum capital structure).
- Providing good quality, timely financial modelling advice to stakeholders (debt, tax equity, partners & internal stakeholders), in a way that non-specialists can readily understand.
- Maintaining the monthly, semi-annual and annual cash flow models and assessing the impacts of model outputs on short- or long-term financing requirements.
- Supporting with Budgeting and financial planning.
- Supporting with Board presentations and analysis for various stakeholders.
**Portfolio Valuation Activities**
- On a regular basis, review the Asset Valuation Framework and provide update recommendations on matters including:
o Valuation methodology
o Modelling assumptions setting
o Financial KPIs and sensitivities to report
- Update on a semi-annual basis all individual asset portfolio model by:
o Collating from other teams and/or recommending modelling assumptions in accordance with the Asset Valuation Framework
o Updating models with financial actuals provided by the finance team and any agreed updated modelling assumptions;
o Delivering updated outputs, KPIs and sensitivities in accordance with the Asset Valuation Framework.
- Prepare valuation reports (PowerPoint / word) in a timely manner (expected to be semi-annually).
- Provide ad-hoc model update to support specific investment or divestment initiatives undertaken by the IM team or the wider group.
- Create or update portfolio models for valuation and divestment purposes.
**Within the Investment Management Team**
- Support the IM Portfolio Management group on investor compliance matters including but not limited to modelling and presentations to lenders and other external parties (tax equity, JV partners etc.).
- Support the risk management & optimization of assets by
o Performing financial analysis of proposals from other members of the team (e.g. Commercial Investment Director) or other LSbp teams (e.g. power marketing)
o Providing analytical support on risk analysis / scenario planning under the guidance of other members of the team
- Provide analytical and modelling support to investment / divestment opportunities
- In conjunction with the wider IM team (and other cross-functional and local teams) contribute to the generation of new asset investment or divestment ideas, which, then, may be discussed with other teams, analyzed and eventually implemented.
Such ideas to cover:
o Maintenance capex
o Operational improvement
o Site improvement (e.g. extension, new battery etc.)
o Other Commercial improvements (e.g. amendment to commercial contracts)
o Potential assets candidate for divestments or refinancing
Interaction with Other Teams
- Report / recommend (where applicable) to internal stakeholders (e.g. Regional CFO, Regional Head of Asset Management, LSbp executive committee etc.) on financial performance or valuation matters relating to the portfolio being managed.
- Day-to-day engagement with the Structured Finance Team including but not limited to:
o Seeking full understanding of closed projects.
o Taking ownership of financial close models (with a view to creating a fit-for-purpose valuation model);
o Ensuring valuation models share best practice with the structured finance modelling team.
o Supporting refinancing or M&A processes led by the Structured Finance Team
- Day-to-Day engagement with other teams including but not limited to:
o Ensuring that actual performance (prepared by the Finance team) is analyzed and incorporated in the valuation models on a regular basis.
o Ensuring modelling assumptions have been collated and/or reviewed with other teams (e.g. Asset Management, local development, tax etc.) in accordance with the Asset Valuation Framework.
o Ad-hoc interaction in relation to valuation of potential investments / disposals.
**Who we're looking for**
**Knowledge**
- Strong excel skills, VBA, Power Query, Power Bi (or similar data analysis tools) are a must
- Able to build financial models for project valuations and raising project level debt
- Understanding the key drivers that will impact a valuation
- Understanding key project finance debt sizing requirements.
- Good exposure and understanding of typical tax-related problems that can arise from investing in businesses outside the UK.
**Qualifications**
- Engineering or business degree
**Experience**
- Proven ability to independently build financial models (including operating models), run sensitivities and question assumptions on project finance transactions.
- Track record of acting as the primary modeler on a debt raising transaction within a financial institution, a financial advisory or a model auditing firm.
- Prior experience in taking a project through an IC committee including building models which present the business case for investing in a project would be a plus, although not necessarily required.
- Prior valuation experience would be a plus but is not necessarily required
- 3-5 years of relevant work experience.
**What challenges can you expect in this role?**
- In this role, you are expected to deal with multiple stakeholders across a complex matrix environment. You may not have all "pieces of the jigsaw" at any one time, but will be expected to think two or three shots ahead
- You (alongside the wider IM team) are expected to support Regional Heads by going into the details and "distilling" critical matters
- You must handle regular tasks in a consistent, predictable and professional manner whilst being able to step-up on "emergencies" or critical issues,
- You must be able to connect with multiple stakeholders and think globally - e.g. leverage best practices or learning from one area into the wider portfolio; provide strategic portfolio or regional insight from a detailed understanding of specific assets
**Why you'll make a great member of the team?**
**Personal qualities**
- Ability to organize workload and prioritize to maximum effect for both you and your team.
- Flexible approach in a fast-paced business which is constantly changing, keeping a clear head under pressure.
- Excellent attention to detail when checking information with an ability to recognize and question anomalies.
- Keen problem solver who can focus on appropriate details when solving problems and propose effective solutions.
- In addition to the modelling focus, communication and presentation skills are a must. The role will involve building bridges and strong connection with other teams in a matrix environment.
**We offer**
+ Competitive compensation: $142,000 to $57,000 annually plus a 20% annual bonus.
+ Health, dental, prescription, and vision care for US team members starts on your first day of employment with zero premiums for employee-only coverage.
+ Retention bonuses
+ Four weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave annually plus 11 paid holidays
+ 401(k) plan, with a 3% nonelective employer contribution.
+ Hybrid working environment (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in office, Monday and Friday remote)
+ Monthly personal phone bill reimbursement of up to 100 and a monthly commuter benefit of up to 150.
+ Lifestyle Savings Account and more!
**Why you'll want to work with us**
Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow - a place where your ideas and opinions matter.
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Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low-carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we do.
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Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantitative Analyst to join their sophisticated risk management team in **San Antonio, Texas, US**. This critical role will involve developing, validating, and implementing complex quantitative models for pricing, risk assessment, and capital allocation. You will play a key part in ensuring the financial health and strategic decision-making of the organization by providing rigorous analytical support. The position requires a deep understanding of financial markets, advanced statistical modeling techniques, and proficiency in programming languages used in quantitative finance.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain sophisticated quantitative models for financial instruments, risk management, and regulatory compliance (e.g., Basel III, CCAR).
• Perform rigorous backtesting and validation of models to ensure accuracy, robustness, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and drivers of financial risk.
• Collaborate with front-office trading desks, risk management departments, and regulatory bodies to understand their modeling needs and provide solutions.
• Research and evaluate new quantitative methodologies and technologies to enhance modeling capabilities.
• Prepare detailed documentation for models, including assumptions, methodologies, and limitations, for both internal review and regulatory submission.
• Communicate complex quantitative concepts and model results clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of automated reporting and analytical tools.
• Mentor junior quantitative analysts and provide technical guidance.
• Stay abreast of market developments, new financial products, and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices in software development.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience as a Quantitative Analyst or in a similar role within the financial services industry.
• Proven expertise in developing and validating quantitative models for derivatives pricing, risk management (market risk, credit risk), or portfolio optimization.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, R, or similar.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with large-scale data analysis and database technologies (e.g., SQL).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to various audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Experience with machine learning techniques applied to finance is a plus.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned quant to contribute to critical financial modeling and risk management initiatives at a leading financial institution.

Our client, a prestigious financial institution located in the heart of **Washington, D.C.**, is seeking an accomplished Senior Quantitative Analyst to enhance their sophisticated risk management and trading strategy divisions. This hybrid role requires a deep understanding of financial markets, advanced mathematical modeling, and robust programming skills. As a Senior Quantitative Analyst, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and validating complex quantitative models used for pricing derivatives, managing risk, portfolio optimization, and algorithmic trading. You will work on cutting-edge projects that directly impact the firm's financial performance and risk profile.

Your responsibilities will include collaborating with traders, portfolio managers, and risk officers to identify analytical needs and develop innovative solutions. You will perform rigorous statistical analysis of market data, build predictive models, and conduct backtesting and stress testing of trading strategies. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in econometrics, stochastic calculus, and numerical methods. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or R is essential for model implementation and data analysis. You will be expected to stay abreast of regulatory changes and market developments that may affect quantitative strategies. This role also involves documenting models, methodologies, and results, as well as presenting findings to senior management and business stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Financial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Quantitative Analyst or in a similar quantitative role within the financial industry.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing financial models (e.g., for derivatives pricing, risk management, portfolio optimization).
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, R, or similar languages.
• Solid understanding of statistical modeling, econometrics, time series analysis, and machine learning techniques.
• Familiarity with financial markets, instruments, and trading strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Experience with large datasets and database technologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hybrid setting.

Our client offers a competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits, and significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a dynamic financial environment.

Our client, a prestigious financial institution, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantitative Analyst to join their sophisticated team in Atlanta, Georgia, US . This critical role involves developing and implementing complex financial models used for risk management, pricing, and trading strategies across various asset classes. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial mathematics, statistical modeling, and programming, with a proven ability to translate intricate financial concepts into robust computational solutions. You will be instrumental in enhancing the firm's analytical capabilities, contributing to the development of cutting-edge algorithms and sophisticated pricing tools. This position requires a meticulous approach to data analysis, model validation, and performance monitoring. Responsibilities include designing, testing, and deploying quantitative models, conducting backtesting and scenario analysis, and collaborating with trading desks and risk management teams to provide actionable insights. A strong command of Python, C++, or R is essential for model development and implementation. The successful candidate will also be responsible for documenting models thoroughly and ensuring their compliance with regulatory requirements. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of financial innovation, influencing key business decisions and driving growth in a challenging and rewarding environment. You will be part of a team dedicated to excellence and pushing the boundaries of quantitative finance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain quantitative models for pricing, risk management, and trading.
• Perform statistical analysis, backtesting, and scenario analysis on model performance.
• Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, and risk officers to understand their quantitative needs.
• Translate complex financial theories into practical, implementable code.
• Validate and stress-test existing models to ensure accuracy and robustness.
• Contribute to the research and development of new financial instruments and strategies.
• Document model methodologies, assumptions, and limitations clearly and comprehensively.
• Present complex quantitative findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Stay current with market trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in quantitative finance.
• Ensure models adhere to internal policies and external regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Financial Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in quantitative finance, including model development and implementation.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, R, or similar languages.
• Deep understanding of financial markets, derivatives, and risk management principles.
• Expertise in statistical modeling, econometrics, and machine learning techniques.
• Experience with large datasets and database management.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performing team.
• Experience with financial data providers (e.g., Bloomberg, Refinitiv) is a plus.