Strategy Delivery Consultant

About the position

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.
We are looking for a Global Markets Strategy & Trading Solutions Consultant / Strategy Delivery Consultant to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.


We are seeking a Global Markets Strategy & Trading Solutions Consultant to support the delivery of strategic initiatives across Global Markets portfolio. This role plays a critical part in aligning the company's global trading strategies with its broader business objectives, ensuring seamless integration and optimized performance of our trading systems.
What you will be doing: 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document existing non-linear trading functionality and its integration across the business.
• Assess financial risks and quantify uncertainty to inform strategic decisions.
• Lead the design and implementation of future trading system integrations, leveraging existing APIs and backend infrastructure.
• Bridge communication between business stakeholders and technical teams to drive successful delivery of inflight and future initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance, support, and training to internal teams and clients using the trading platform.
• Conduct ongoing product assessments and propose updates to ensure alignment with market trends and business needs

What we are looking for:

• Completed BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science) / BSc in Financial Engineering / BSc in Actuarial Science or Financial Mathematics
• 5 years experience as a Global Markets Strategy & Trading Solutions Consultant

Technical Expertise:

• Hands-on experience with trading systems such as Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso
• Strong programming and data analysis skills (Python, SQL, VBA, R, Matlab)

Core Competencies:

• Advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of financial risk modeling and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to manage projects end-to-end, from requirements gathering to delivery
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align technology initiatives with broader business goals
• Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration
• Client relationship management experience in a financial services or trading environment
• High adaptability in fast-paced and evolving markets

 
Please note that if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

• Front Arena
• Murex
• Calypso
• Python
• SQL
• VBA
• Matlab