About this role
We’re looking for a Quantitative Development Lead to join our Product Engineering team within Institutional Retirement.
This is a specialist leadership role for someone who enjoys working at the point where financial modelling, software development and people leadership meet. You’ll be leading a team of developers working across C++ and Python, supporting modelling capability used across asset modelling, economic capital, market credit risk and stress testing.
You’ll help translate complex business and risk requirements into clear technical delivery, while coaching a highly skilled team and improving how modelling solutions are built, supported and controlled.
The role can be based in London, Hove or Cardiff, with hybrid working.
What you’ll be doing:
Leading a team developing and supporting financial models across asset modelling, economic capital, market credit risk and stress testingTranslating business, risk and modelling requirements into clear technical design and delivery plansManaging and coaching developers working across C++ and PythonSupporting modelling capability used within pension risk transfer pricing and risk activityImproving model production processes to strengthen efficiency, scalability, governance and controlDriving delivery of modelling projects and technology-enabled change initiativesProviding technical leadership, guidance and training across financial modelling and analyticsWorking with stakeholders to shape, scope and prioritise model enhancementsWho we’re looking for:
Experience leading, coaching or managing technical teamsA highly mathematical, quantitative or technical backgroundExperience working with financial models, asset modelling, valuation algorithms, economic capital, market credit risk or stress testingC++ development experiencePython experience or the ability to work closely with Python development teamsAbility to translate complex business or risk requirements into technical solutionsComfortable working in a highly numerical environment where accuracy, checks and controls matterKnowledge of Solvency II / Solvency UK, Internal Model or Matching Adjustment would be beneficialWhatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:
The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemesGenerous pension contributionLife assuranceHealthcare Plan (permanent employees only)At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years’ service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holidayCompetitive family leaveParticipate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only)There are many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and onlineWe’re creating net‑zero carbon workplaces by 2030 by investing in our sustainable, modern offices across the UK, all designed to bring people together and elevate the in‑person experience At L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all.
If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.
We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can.
It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose.