Team Head – QIS Index Structuring

We are seeking an experienced Team Lead to manage, develop, and grow a team of 10+ Financial Engineers.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in Quantitative Asset Management, Indexing, or Structuring/QIS, combined with demonstrated leadership capability and the ability to scale both people and business.

This role requires a blend of quantitative expertise, team leadership, and stakeholder management, with regular interaction across cross‑functional teams and direct engagement with institutional clients.

• Your Tasks
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 10+ Financial Engineers (quantitative analysts, model developers, and product engineers).
• Foster a strong team culture, set priorities, and manage resource allocation.
• Drive hiring, onboarding, and capability development as the business scales.
• Establish clear performance objectives and provide regular feedback and coaching.
• Business & Product Leadership
• Oversee the design, modelling, and implementation of quantitative investment strategies (QIS), structured solutions, and analytical tools.
• Coordinate the delivery of client projects, research initiatives, and product innovation.
• Ensure high‑quality deliverables, governance, and model robustness.
• Stakeholder Management & Collaboration
• Partner with internal teams across Portfolio Management, Indexing, Risk, Legal, Product, Distribution, and Technology.
• Translate complex quantitative concepts into clear, concise communication for senior stakeholders.
• Drive cross‑functional collaboration across Frankfurt and our global offices in Toronto and Hong Kong.
• Client Engagement
• Represent the QIS Structuring team in client meetings, pitches, and industry conferences.
• Explain investment concepts, methodologies, and modelling approaches to institutional clients (e. g., asset owners, insurers, pension funds, and banks).
• Support business development activities and respond to RFPs and due diligence requests.

Your Profile

• Professional Background
• 10+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Quantitative Asset Management; Investment Banking Structuring or QIS; Systematic strategies, derivatives, index design, risk premia, or other related quantitative fields.
• Proven experience leading a team of quants/engineers, or strong readiness for a first‑line management role with demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Technical & Quantitative Skills
• Strong understanding of derivatives, quantitative models, index methodologies, and systematic investment strategies.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, R, or similar (this is a people‑lead role but requires fluency in technical concepts).
• Leadership & Communication
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify and articulate complex quantitative topics for both internal and external audiences.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams and seniority levels.
• Proven track record of building strong team culture, developing talent, and driving accountability.
• Our Offer
• Global Team: Join our motivated international team at Solactive.
• Fin

Tech Excellence: Experience innovation and excellence in Fin Tech.

• Modern Culture: Thrive in a flat‑hierarchy, startup‑like environment.
• Vacation & Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy 30 annual vacation days plus extra time off for Christmas Eve and New Year.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a market‑competitive salary, job ticket, gym membership, and access to Corporate Benefits.
• Employer Pension Contribution: Benefit from the occupational pension scheme (b AV).
• Professional Development & Certifications: Grow personally and professionally, with support for certifications and training opportunities.
• Community & Networking: Participate in networking and team engagement events.
• Flexibility: Embrace a hybrid work model in a diverse and dynamic environment.
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