The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines seeks a Capital Markets Analyst II to perform quantitative analytics used in portfolio management and strategic planning. The focus of this effort is developing analytical methods and models that assess the relative value, including market risk of new and existing products. The incumbent may participate in the research, design and implementation of new financial products or in the development of trading or hedging strategies. This may include consulting with practitioners, the academic community, and other financial institutions in researching the development of risk management models for new and existing products. This also includes developing various analytic models including sensitivity analyses, stress testing, value-at-risk and scenario testing. 

Requirements:

• Advanced degree in physics, applied mathematics, finance, economics, statistics/probability or another heavily quantitative discipline
• Strong analytical and computer skills in Access, Excel and Word; programming skills preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in financial analysis dealing with complex financial instruments and derivatives

Comprehensive benefits package including three medical plan options, life insurance, vision and dental benefits, 401(k) plan with employer match, health club reimbursement and much more.

Please Apply at: http://www.fhlbdm.com/mm_careers.htm