Quant & Analytics Consultant - Financial Services Risk Consulting | Quant & Analytics Consultant - Financial Services Risk Consulting

Job Summary

Join EY's Financial Services Risk Advisory team in Zurich as a Quant & Analytics Consultant, tackling complex challenges in risk management for high-profile domestic and international clients. This role involves reviewing and developing sophisticated quantitative models across various risk types, including market, credit, and operational risks, as well as valuing complex financial products and derivatives. A key focus area includes designing and implementing AI governance and risk management frameworks in line with regulatory guidance, and integrating sustainability and climate risk into existing frameworks. The ideal candidate holds an MSc or PhD in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Financial Engineering) and possesses 1-3 years of relevant experience in financial risk or model validation. While strong analytical skills are essential, programming experience in Python, R, C#, or VBA is highly advantageous. Success requires excellent communication skills in both English and German to simplify complex topics for diverse audiences within a multinational team.