JOB TITLE: STATISTICAL CONSULTANT for International Solutions Provider,
Switzerland, France or the UK - Ref NF05
LOCATION / AREA: Europe / Switzerland / Zurich / UK South / UK South-
East / Hampshire / France
SUMMARY OF ROLE: Global provider of data and text analysis solutions for
industry leaders requires Statistical Consultants (SC) at their offices in
Zurich, France or Hampshire. The SC will provide key statistical skills
to complement the existing specialist software development skills within
the team. In conjunction with the SDM the SC will be responsible for
fulfilling a number of key client based assignments. He/she will work
within a close knit team of IT and Statistical Consultants, all working
either at the regional office or on client site. The SC will also be part
of the Companys European Service Delivery team together with other
Consultants from across Europe.
CLIENT INFORMATION: Our client, headquartered in the USA with offices in
Europe and distributors around the world, is a global leader in providing
scalable data and text analysis solutions that enable better and faster
decision making by integrating statistics into business processes. They
offer a contract research service to clients who require their expertise
for innovative analytical projects. Their solutions are used by the
majority of leading companies in industry including pharmaceuticals and
biotechnology who use the technology to streamline their operations and
manage their business risk. Use of the solutions makes it easier to
integrate advanced statistical methods within existing processes thus
enabling the user to reap the benefit of the rapid delivery of advanced
analytics to decision making across the enterprise.
JOB ROLE: The Statistical Consultant will report to the Services
Delivery Manager. Key activities and responsibilities include:
Responsibilities to the client and the SDM delivering on-site and
off-site solutions to the Finance industry.
Taking on more of the statistical tasks and working closely with
the IT Consultants and the client based teams.
Performing client training and a number of Pre-Sales presentations
and demos along side the sales person. A close working relationship with
the Sales force, global offices and other corporate teams such as
Development is a key requirement.
Must be prepared to be the sole Company representative on client
site from time to time; although back-up will be available from the
European team.
Various tools will be made available to help the SC; using the
consultancy framework and methodology is essential and its the duty of
the SC to encourage others to use all available tools adhering to
standards.
Responsibility for time management and personal utilisation daily,
ensuring that the Consultant Whereabouts Chart reflects their commitments
for a rolling three month period.
Participation in business development tasks; this is particularly
relevant while working on client site.
With the SDM, agreeing a personal development and training plan.
The SDM will also set individual utilisation targets which will be used to
determine bonus payments and individual progress within the Services
Delivery team.
Having the ability to explain technical issues and problems to
clients; this will, on occasions be on client site under pressure while
delivering complex technical solutions. Specification and general
documentation of delivered projects creation will also be necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Ideally qualified to degree level (preferred PhD/MSc in
Mathematics or Statistics)
Statistical expert with consultancy experience on client site.
Worked to a PM/Delivery methodology or framework.
Experience in systems IT development desirable.
Knowledge of documentation creation.
Previously experience of working with third parties would be
extremely desirable
Solid knowledge of statistical modelling for the finance industry
(portfolio optimization, risk management, time series analysis, etc.) and
applications of statistical techniques
Solid background in statistics for the finance industry with a
cross section of as many of the following skills as possible:
Statistical Skills
1. Regression analysis
2. Pricing
3. Numerical optimization (S+Nuopt)
4. Time series analysis
5. Extreme value theory
6. GARCH modeling
7. Monte Carlo simulations
8. Bootstrapping
Technical Skills
Although not a prerequisite of the role it would be advantageous for the
applicant to have had exposure to project management within a technical
environment. A solid background in IT with a cross section of as many of
the following technical skills as possible is necessary:
Programming
1. S-PLUS, S+Finmetrics, S+Nuopt
2. R, SAS, Matlab
3. Eclipse Development (Eclipse Uls)
4. Insightful Miner
Database Knowledge
1. SQL Server
2. MySQL
3. Oracle
SKILLS & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
Willing to expand technical skill sets
Quick and keen learner
Delivery focused with initiative, tenacity and drive
Enthusiastic approach to the role with good presentation skills
Analytical thinker with the ability to understand issues, problems
and concerns internally and externally; with the skill to address and
resolve issues as they arise
Fluency in English and German (written and oral) is essential,
French would be an asset.
BENEFITS OF THE ROLE: This is an outstanding opportunity for a
Statistical expert with the prerequisite knowledge and experience to join
a great team in a rapidly expanding global company who aim for a healthy
and productive work/life balance for all their employees. You will have
the opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way to the success of the
business and the company offers top compensation for proven performers
together with excellent remuneration and benefits.
If you think you fit the bill, email your CV to: natalie@fforde-
management.com, speak Natalie on +44 (0)1273 722366 or write to us at
Curtis House, 34 Third Avenue, Hove BN3 2PD Fax: (0)44 (0)1273 325350. If
you prefer a different kind of role, call for a confidential chat about
your personal career needs.
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clinical research and biotechnology sectors, priding itself on a glowing
reputation within the industry and a high-quality personalised service
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KEY WORDS: STATISTICAL CONSULTANT / STATISTICIAN / PhD / MSc /
STATISTICS / MATHEMATICS / PROJECT MANAGEMENT / SYSTEMS IT DEVELOPMENT /
STATISTICAL MODELLING / IT DEVELOPMENT
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