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Commodities Quant information

What is a commodities quant?

Commodities Quants are quantitative analysts who specialize in the commodities markets, such as energy, metals, and agricultural products. They use mathematical models, statistical techniques, and programming skills to analyze market trends, price movements, and risk factors specific to these physical goods. Their work supports trading, risk management, and investment strategies in commodity-focused financial institutions or trading firms. Commodities Quants play a key role in pricing derivatives, optimizing portfolios, and developing trading algorithms tailored to the unique characteristics of commodity markets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a commodities quant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Commodities Quant, you need advanced quantitative skills, a strong foundation in mathematics or finance, and typically a degree in a quantitative field such as physics, engineering, or statistics. Expertise in programming languages like Python, C++, or R, and experience with statistical modeling software and market data systems are crucial. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help you interpret complex data and convey insights to multidisciplinary teams. These skills enable accurate pricing, risk management, and strategy development in the fast-paced, data-driven commodities markets.

How does a commodities quant typically collaborate with traders and risk managers in their daily work?

Commodities Quants frequently work closely with traders and risk managers to develop and refine pricing models, analyze market trends, and implement trading strategies. They may spend part of their day discussing market scenarios with traders, running quantitative analyses, or optimizing risk metrics for the desk. This collaborative environment ensures that quantitative insights are directly aligned with trading objectives and risk guidelines, allowing for rapid feedback and iterative improvements to models or strategies. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as the ability to translate complex quantitative findings into actionable insights often determines the impact of a Quant's work.
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Quant Analytics Sr Associate - Model Risk

Keybank

Cleveland, OH • Remote

$96K - $181K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

Location:

127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Senior Quantitative Analytics Associate, you will be at the forefront of validating models for Market Risk, IRRBB (including NII, EVE, Deposit modeling), and Liquidity. Your expertise in machine learning will be instrumental in developing advanced use cases such as generative AI for scenario simulation, reinforcement learning for deep hedging, and machine learning techniques for model calibration. You will also incorporate the latest market risk trends - including heightened uncertainty around interest rate movements and increased market volatility - ensuring our models remain aligned with current industry standards and best practices. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow, gaining exposure to a wide range of market risk pricing models, term structure models, hedging models, and risk models.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Validate models for Market Risk, IRRBB, Liquidity, and other risk areas
  • Apply machine learning techniques to enhance and support model validation processes
  • Deliver insightful analysis to address complex business problems
  • Communicate findings effectively to partners, translating complex theories into easy-to-understand language

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master's degree in a quantitative discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Familiarity with Market Risk, IRRBB, and Liquidity concepts
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as SR11-07, IRRBB regulations, Market Risk Rule, FRTB, and SIMM
  • Exposure to market risk pricing models, term structure models, hedging models, asset liability models, deposit pricing and runoff models, or other risk models spanning interest rate derivatives, commodities, FX, CDS, fixed income, and equity

SYSTEMS & TOOLS

  • Experience with leading quantitative risk systems such as Calypso, RiskWatch, Bloomberg, QRM, and BlackRock, as well as cloud infrastructure platforms like GCP.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $96,000.00 - $181,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 09/06/2026 KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.

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Key is one of the nation's largest bank-based financial services companies. Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, insurance, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of more than 1,200 branches and more than 1,500 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications, and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name.

Industry

Banking and credit intermediation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cleveland, OH, US

Year founded

1849