Julien Hok
About Julien Hok
Julien Hok is a Front Office Equity and FX Derivatives Quantitative Analyst currently employed at Investec in London, United Kingdom. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics Finance and has previous experience as a Quantitative Analyst at Markit.
Current Role at Investec
Julien Hok currently serves as a Front Office Equity and FX Derivatives Quantitative Analyst at Investec. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the firm's expertise in equity and foreign exchange derivatives. His role involves applying quantitative analysis to enhance trading strategies and risk management within the front office operations. Based in London, he plays a key role in supporting investment decisions and optimizing financial models.
Previous Experience at Markit
Before joining Investec, Julien Hok worked at Markit as a Quantitative Analyst in Equity and FX from 2013 to 2014. His tenure lasted six months and took place in London, United Kingdom. In this role, he focused on quantitative analysis related to equity and foreign exchange markets, contributing to the development of analytical tools and methodologies that support trading activities.
Education and Expertise in Mathematics and Finance
Julien Hok has an extensive educational background in mathematics and finance. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mathematics Finance from the Centre de Mathématiques Appliquées at Ecole Polytechnique, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. Prior to this, he obtained a Master's degree in Probability and Finance from the University Pierre et Marie Curie, studying under notable figures such as N. ElKaroui, G. Pagès, and M. Yor. Additionally, he holds a Master's degree in Engineering and Mathematics from Ecole Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées, which he completed from 1999 to 2002.