James Taylor
About James Taylor
James Taylor is a Senior Quantitative Developer at Riskcare in London, with a robust background in finance and physics. He previously held various positions at Standard Bank Group, including Director and Head of Quantitative Analysis, and has experience in academia as a lecturer at the University of Johannesburg.
Current Role at Riskcare
James Taylor serves as a Senior Quantitative Developer at Riskcare since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing quantitative models and analytics solutions. His work involves applying advanced mathematical techniques and programming skills to address complex financial challenges. Taylor's expertise in quantitative analysis supports Riskcare's mission to provide innovative risk management solutions.
Previous Experience at Standard Bank Group
Taylor held several positions at Standard Bank Group, contributing to his extensive experience in quantitative analysis. He worked as Director and Head of Quantitative Analysis from 2008 to 2013, overseeing a team and developing analytical strategies. Prior to this, he served as Head of Methods: Treasury and Capital Management from 2013 to 2015 and as Team Leader for Interest Rate Quants from 2004 to 2008. His earlier role as a Quantitative Analyst from 2001 to 2004 provided foundational skills in quantitative finance.
Academic Background and Qualifications
James Taylor studied at the University of Cape Town, where he earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Physics from 1996 to 2000. He furthered his education at Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule Zürich, obtaining a Master of Science in Finance from 2003 to 2004. His academic background in physics and finance equips him with strong analytical capabilities applicable to quantitative finance.
Teaching Experience at University of Johannesburg
From 2015 to 2018, Taylor worked as a Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg. In this role, he taught courses related to quantitative analysis and finance, sharing his knowledge and experience with students. His teaching experience complements his practical work in the finance industry, allowing him to bridge theory and application.
Technical Skills and Projects
Taylor has developed a cloud-native risk and analytics platform using Python for a large bank. His technical skills include transforming real-world financial problems into mathematical models and implementing these models in code. This combination of programming and quantitative analysis enhances his contributions to financial institutions.