Job Description
Join our cutting-edge finance team at Global Financial Partners, where data drives innovation in equity derivatives. As an Equity Options Data Analyst, you'll transform complex market data into actionable insights that shape our trading strategies and risk management frameworks. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional passionate about financial markets and data science to join our dynamic Detroit-based team. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in the heart of Michigan's financial district.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret equity options market data using SQL, Python, and R to identify trading opportunities
- Develop and maintain pricing models for complex derivatives instruments
- Create automated reporting dashboards for real-time market monitoring and risk assessment
- Collaborate with traders and portfolio managers to support strategic decision-making
- Validate data integrity and implement quality control measures for all market datasets
- Conduct statistical analysis on volatility surfaces and implied correlations
- Document methodologies and present findings to senior leadership
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in equity derivatives data analysis or financial modeling
- Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python (Pandas, NumPy)
- Strong understanding of options pricing models (Black-Scholes, Binomial Trees)
- Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Familiarity with market data vendors (Bloomberg, Refinitiv)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment with tight deadlines
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail