Complex Financial Instruments Manager - Multiple Positions

Job Title: Complex Financial Instruments Manager

• Multiple Positions

Approved Locations: 171 N. Clark Street, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60601. May travel to client sites as needed. May work remotely. Work at various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S.

Job Description:

As the Complex Financial Instruments Manager, you''ll perform complex instrument valuations such as equity derivatives, fixed income derivative models, equity instruments in complex capital structures, and contingent claims, utilizing advanced statistical and financial concepts such as stochastic processes, Monte Carlo simulation, binomial lattices (equity and interest rate models), and real options.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Evaluate and compare the relative quality of various securities in a given industry; monitor fundamental economic, industrial, and corporate developments by analyzing information from financial publications and services, investment banking firms, government agencies, trade publications, company sources, or personal interviews; and monitor development in the fields of technology, business, finance, and economic theory.

• Oversee and perform data and document-intensive financial analysis and modeling/projections, strategic analysis, economic and statistical analysis, due diligence, valuation analysis, damage calculations and analysis, and industry research.

• Oversee and perform research related to engagements as well as document management, referencing from source documents to analysis, and file preparation. Interpret data on price, yield, stability, future investment-risk trends, economic influences, and other factors affecting business programs.

• Draw charts and graphs, using computer spreadsheets, to illustrate technical reports; and apply mathematical models of financial or business conditions.

• Present oral and written reports on general economic trends, individual corporations, and entire industries.

• Maintain active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, make sure deadlines are met, and lead change efforts effectively. Maintain active communication with engagement team regarding interim and final deadline, percent of completion.

• Work closely with the project team to promptly resolve client issues.

• Assist with engagement administration including engagement set up. Prepare client proposal and pitch book materials.

• Oversee and manage teams working on multiple client engagements, coordinate with other team and client relationship leaders in SF and other offices.

• Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews. Recruit and retain Senior Associates and Associates.

• May travel to client sites as needed. May work remotely. May manage employees. Work at various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S.

You have the following technical skills and qualifications:

• Degree type required

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Financial Engineering, Financial Mathematics or related quantitative discipline or the foreign degree equivalent,

• Years of experience

• 2 years of relevant experience as a Complex Financial Instruments, Valuation and Modeling, or Corporate Finance Associate, or related alternate acceptable occupation.

• Relevant experience - financial analysis and modeling; econometrics, statistics, and regression analysis; quantitative and qualitative analysis of complex financial instruments; general economics knowledge and US GAAP; and Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word.

• Ability to travel as needed. May travel to client sites as needed. May work remotely. May manage employees. Work at various unanticipated locations throughout the U.S.

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result - for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.The team you're about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here's how:

• Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.

• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.

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Here's what you can expect next:

If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.

Benefits:

We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits

• Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.

• Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

Additional Details:

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