Scott Morrison
About Scott Morrison
Scott Morrison serves as the Head of Quantitative Analytics and Director of Trading Analytics at OANDA, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in trading analytics, risk management, and software development, contributing significantly to OANDA's trading team and product development.
Work at OANDA
Scott Morrison has been with OANDA since 2014, serving as the Head of Quantitative Analytics and Director of Trading Analytics. In this role, he ensures best execution practices for OANDA's trading team and oversees the company's global FX and CFD risk management. He has designed an automated smart order router and develops new models for price creation and risk management. Additionally, he performs technical and trading due diligence on potential acquisitions and works closely with the IT team to establish business requirements for new products.
Previous Experience
Before joining OANDA, Scott Morrison held several positions in the technology and finance sectors. He worked at Anvil Corporation as a Software Project Manager for eight months in 2004. Prior to that, he was a Project Manager at Certicom for nine months in 2000. He also served as a Software Development Manager at Navtech Inc. from 2002 to 2004, where he managed software development projects. His diverse background in project management and software development has contributed to his current expertise in quantitative analytics.
Education and Expertise
Scott Morrison studied at the University of Waterloo, where he earned a Bachelor of Mathematics from 1992 to 1997. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in quantitative analytics and risk management. His expertise includes developing models for price creation, risk management, and ensuring best execution practices in trading.
Acquisition Involvement
Scott Morrison played a significant role in the due diligence process for OANDA's acquisition by a private equity firm. His involvement included performing technical and trading due diligence, which is crucial for assessing the viability and strategic fit of potential acquisitions. This experience highlights his analytical skills and understanding of the financial markets.