Job Description
Launch your finance career with Quantum Financial Solutions! We're seeking motivated Entry-Level Equity Options Data Analysts to join our dynamic team in Pittsburgh and Columbus. No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive training on equity options valuation, market data analysis, and compliance reporting. Perfect for recent graduates with analytical minds and a passion for financial markets.
Our 12-week onboarding program covers options pricing models, regulatory frameworks (SEC/FINRA), and advanced Excel/SQL techniques. You'll work directly with senior analysts to build datasets, monitor volatility surfaces, and support trading desks. Enjoy hybrid work flexibility, competitive benefits, and clear career progression paths.
Responsibilities
- Analyze equity options market data to identify pricing discrepancies and arbitrage opportunities
- Build and maintain datasets for volatility surfaces, Greeks calculations, and risk metrics
- Prepare compliance reports for SEC and FINRA regulatory filings
- Collaborate with traders to optimize options strategies using quantitative analysis
- Monitor market events affecting option pricing (earnings, M&A, Fed announcements)
- Document analytical methodologies and create audit trails for regulatory reviews
- Present findings to senior analysts using visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, or quantitative field (graduating 2023-2024)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, Solver)
- Basic knowledge of SQL for data extraction and manipulation
- Strong attention to detail with ability to spot anomalies in large datasets
- Interest in financial markets and willingness to learn options theory
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced trading environment
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills for reporting
- US citizenship or permanent residency required for regulatory compliance