XVA Trader, Derivatives

As part of the continued growth of its over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives business, Desjardins Capital Markets is seeking a highly motivated professional with a passion for financial markets, derivatives, risk management, and innovative quantitative solutions. Based in either Montréal or Toronto, you will contribute to the development and management of XVA activities related to interest rate, foreign exchange and equity derivatives portfolios. Depending on your experience and background, this position may be offered at either the Vice President or Director level. In this role, you will be responsible for the pricing and management of valuation adjustments associated with counterparty credit risk, funding, collateral, and regulatory capital for OTC derivatives transactions. You will also play a key role in designing and executing hedging strategies aimed at optimizing the risk-return profile of the XVA portfolio. You will work closely with trading, sales, risk management, finance, and quantitative development teams to support business growth while maintaining the highest standards of governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the evolution of a growing derivatives platform, influence strategic decisions related to risk, capital, and funding, and work at the intersection of financial markets, quantitative analytics, and technological innovation.

Pricing and Transaction Support

• Price and analyze valuation adjustments applicable to derivatives transactions, including CVA, FVA, ColVA, MVA, and capital-related adjustments.
• Assess the economic impact of new transactions, considering counterparty credit risk, funding costs, collateral, initial margin, liquidity, and regulatory capital requirements.
• Provide timely XVA pricing to sales teams and advise stakeholders on appropriate transaction structuring solutions.
• Participate in discussions with clients and counterparties when XVA expertise is required.

Risk Management and Portfolio Optimization

• Manage risks associated with XVA portfolios, including market and credit risks.
• Analyze sensitivities, trading results (P&L), and risk exposures to identify key performance drivers.
• Design and implement hedging strategies aimed at reducing the volatility of valuation adjustments.
• Contribute to the management of credit spread risk, jump-to-default risk, and wrong-way risk.

Capital, Funding, and Collateral Management

• Analyze the impact of derivatives portfolios on funding, liquidity, initial margin, and regulatory capital.
• Collaborate with Treasury, Finance, and Risk Management teams to optimize regulatory capital, funding costs, and collateral utilization.
• Contribute to portfolio optimization initiatives, including compression, novation, clearing, and collateralization strategies.
• Support the development of methodologies that appropriately incorporate funding, capital, and collateral costs into transaction pricing.

Models, Analytics, and Governance

• Participate in the development and enhancement of models, methodologies, and tools used for XVA pricing and risk management.
• Partner with quantitative and technology teams to improve pricing, simulation, hedging, and reporting capabilities.
• Contribute to governance, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives supporting the XVA desk.
• Stay current on regulatory developments, market best practices, and innovations related to valuation adjustments, counterparty risk, and regulatory capital.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
• Group insurance including telemedicine
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
• Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

What you bring to the table

• Master's degree in Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or another relevant quantitative discipline
• A minimum of five to ten years of relevant experience
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Experience with the Murex platform
• Professional certification such as CFA, FRM, PRM, CQF, or equivalent
• Strong communication skills in both French and English, both oral and written due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with english-speaking partners, members and/or clients
• Strong knowledge of OTC derivatives valuation and pricing
• Advanced knowledge of XVA pricing methodologies, including CVA, FVA, KVA, ColVA, and MVA
• Knowledge of regulatory capital frameworks, including SA-CCR and BA-CVA/SA-CVA
• Advanced knowledge of statistics, numerical methods, and simulation models
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence tools and the ability to use them effectively and responsibly to enhance data analysis, process automation, and productivity
• Proficiency in quantitative programming tools and libraries such as Python, NumPy, and SciPy
• Knowledge with data management and analytics tools, including SQL Server and Pandas
• Action oriented, Complexity, Customer Focus, Decision quality, Differences, Nimble learning, Resilient, Strategic mindset Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

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