UBS is a leading global wealth manager and universal bank, and they are seeking a Quant Analyst to develop and analyze macroeconomic scenarios. The role involves utilizing methodologies for projecting financial variables, conducting robust research, and collaborating with various teams for scenario analysis.
Learn how to develop qualitative and quantitative aspects of macroeconomic scenarios, and how to translate regulatory stress tests
Utilize existing methodologies for projecting macroeconomic and financial variables under baseline and stress conditions
Demonstrate soundness of scenario assumptions by means of robust research and monitoring of political, macroeconomic and market developments
Contribute ideas to and directly support the improvement of regulatory scenarios expansion methodologies
Interact with different teams across UBS for scenario analysis
Qualification
Required
master's degree in a relevant quantitative field (e.g. economics, macroeconomics, environmental economics, financial economics). Exceptional candidates without a Master's degree but with highly relevant additional work experience will also be considered
experience involving economic analysis, forecasting of macroeconomic and financial variables, econometric modelling or generation of macroeconomic scenarios
solid knowledge of macroeconomic and financial indicators
strong analytical, problem-solving and synthesizing skills (you know how to figure things out)
you're curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment – validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use
team oriented but able to complete tasks independently to a high standard
proactive, organized, and detail-oriented
keen interest in the interaction between macroeconomics, financial markets and current affairs, ideally with relevant previous experience
Preferred
working experience in a related role would be desirable, but not necessarily required
Interested in learning about climate economics is a plus
Benefits
UBS offers a range of competitive benefits and for further information, please visit ubs.com/employee-benefits.
We may, at our sole discretion, provide additional variable compensation or awards.
UBS is a financial services firm engaged in wealth management, investment banking, asset management, and retail banking.
