2026 - Quantitative Finance Analyst & Associate Program - London

2026 - Quantitative Finance Analyst & Associate Program - London

Join the 2026 - Quantitative Finance Analyst & Associate Program - London role at JPMorganChase.

Job Summary

As a Quantitative Finance Analyst & Associate in the Quantitative Finance Program, you will work alongside top-tier professionals in a dynamic environment. You’ll apply academic knowledge to real-world financial challenges, gain hands-on experience, and build a valuable network. This program sets a solid foundation for your career, with potential full-time offers upon successful completion. Our Off-Cycle Program starts in Spring, Summer, or Autumn, based on your academic schedule. The 9-week summer internship, available only to the Asset Management team, runs from June to August.

  • Candidates will be eligible for Analyst or Associate programs based on their academic experience:
    • Candidates enrolled in a PhD program will be eligible for Associate level positions.
    • Candidates enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program will be eligible for Analyst level positions.
  • Candidates eligible for Associate programs are expected to demonstrate advanced proficiency in any programming language.

Job Responsibilities

  • Analyze data to identify patterns, revenue opportunities, and market trends.
  • Conduct back testing and assess risk management strategies.
  • Maintain and improve software systems and tools for trading operations.
  • Assess models for conceptual soundness, risks, and enhancements.
  • Propose creative solutions to complex challenges.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to advance trading services.
  • Focus on model development and review of conceptual design.
  • Develop, validate, and enhance mathematical models and algorithms.
  • Optimize financial solutions across asset classes and instruments.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

  • Enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program in mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, computer science, economics, or data science/machine learning, graduating between January 2025 and August 2027.
  • Proficiency in Python, C++, or Java.
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting complex concepts.
  • Interest in banking analytics, global markets, and quantitative research.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

  • Experience with R, MATLAB, or SQL.
  • Familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI.
  • Understanding of banking products, financial instruments, and market dynamics.
  • Strong organizational skills for managing multiple projects.
  • Ability to articulate complex quantitative concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Strong proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis - including probability theory, stochastic processes, statistics, partial differential equations, numerical analysis and econometrics.
  • Good understanding of option pricing theory (i.e. quantitative models for pricing and hedging derivatives).

What’s Next?

Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, which includes your resume. Your application and resume is a way for us to initially get to know you, so it’s important to complete all relevant application questions so we have as much information about you as possible.

EEO Statement

JPMorganChase is an equal opportunities employer.

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