12 Month Internship - FX Quantitative Intern

Job Title

12 Month Internship - FX Quantitative Intern

Overview

Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB) is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world. We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and the financing of their projects. As pioneers in responsible finance, social and environmental commitments are at the heart of our activities. Joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment, both dynamic and stimulating, where you will contribute to developing a sustainable economy. We support employees throughout their journey: you will develop your skills and access various mobility opportunities among the diversity of our businesses in more than 30 international locations. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered. By working every day in the interest of society, Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with the Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and placing people at the heart of all its transformations. All our jobs are open to people with disabilities. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Location

London, Europe/United Kingdom

Contract

Internship/Trainee, 12 months

Job Summary

Join our team as an FX Quantitative Research Intern. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about economics, finance, capital markets and derivatives. You will support the FX research team in maintaining databases, fulfilling client data requests and assisting in the preparation of research documents and presentations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in economics or a related field and experience with quantitative tools and data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the team in gathering information and data for FX forecasting or report preparation
• Prepare templates for research documents ahead of publication
• Update PowerPoint and Power BI presentations, ensuring data accuracy for charts and consistency in forecasts across publications
• Maintain the profit/loss record of trade recommendations, pricing trade ideas in spot, vanilla, and exotic options, as well as interest rate futures
• Support the update, maintenance, and development of quantitative tools and databases
• Assist in integrating existing research quantitative tools into the global research platform
• Explore opportunities for developing new quantitative tools and identify projects to enhance the team’s forecasting ability

Candidate Criteria

Minimal education level: Bachelor Degree / BSc or equivalent. Graduated within the past 18 months with a minimum of a 2:1 or equivalent.

Experience & Skills

• Programming experience in a statistical language
• Attention to detail
• Ability to cope with different demands and prioritize
• Good time management
• Self-motivated
• Interest in financial markets
• Strong communication skills
• Strong MS Office capabilities (specifically Excel, VBA, etc.)
• Experience/knowledge with Power BI

Technical Skills

• Programming experience in a statistical language
• Experience with Power BI

Supplementary Information

We offer more than just a job. You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment where CSR is embraced in our day-to-day business operations. Crédit Agricole CIB is a pioneer and global leader in sustainable finance, committed to sustainability and corporate responsibility, ensuring your work has a positive impact on communities and the environment. Our hiring process is open to all; if you have particular needs or require adjustments, please let us know.