Placement
Deadline was 18 Oct – may still accept applications
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain experience in Quantitative Analysis, Structuring, or Exotics Trading within Citi's Markets team.
- Placements run for three to six months with flexible start dates.
- Requires a Masters or PhD in a STEM field and a strong interest in finance and Markets.
- Competitive salary offered.
- Advert closes on 18 October 2026.
About the Role
Citi is looking for talented individuals to join our Quantitative Analysis off-cycle placement program within the Markets team in London.
What you'll do
- Create, implement, and manage mathematical models that drive success within the Markets business.
- Price, trade, and manage the risk associated with diverse market products.
- Collaborate with traders and salespeople in technical product areas, providing crucial assistance in addressing client needs.
- Develop new products that align with the firm's risk framework.
- Market new products to salespeople and occasionally assist in presenting these solutions directly to clients.
- Respond to client-specific requests for product solutions, leveraging expertise and creativity.
What we'll need from you
- Interest in Markets and determination to succeed in the field.
- Obtained or in the process of obtaining a Masters or PhD in Engineering, Maths, Physics, Computer Science or other scientific disciplines.
- Good understanding of finance and an interest in Markets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Knowledge of programming languages (VBA, Python) is highly desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, coupled with strong attention to detail and exceptional planning and organisational skills.
- Intellectual curiosity and proactive seeking of new and creative ideas.
- Self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a collaborative team, with a strong commitment to personal growth and career development, including mobility and flexibility.
- Unwavering commitment to integrity and ethical decision-making.
- Fluent in written and spoken English.
What we can offer you
- Competitive salary.
- Paid annual leave.
- Hybrid working model (up to two days working at home per week).
- Opportunity to be considered for a full-time program at the end of the placement.
Location
Citi London offices, 33 Canada Square Canary Wharf - London, E14 5LB, United Kingdom.
Dates
Placements run from three to six months with flexibility on start dates. Advert end date: 18 October 2026.