A Madrid-based investment analytics team is hiring a hands-on Quant Team Lead to combine deep mathematical modelling with day-to-day leadership of a small team.This is not a “manager-only” job. You’ll build models, validate assumptions, work in Python + SQL, and still be the person who sets the technical standard, coaches others, and helps the team deliver decision‑grade outputs under real deadlines.Location: Madrid (Hybrid) — typically 3 days/week in-office .What you’ll doLead the analytics delivery on live valuation / portfolio analysis work (hands‑on modelling + ownership).Mentor and level‑up analysts: technical reviews, modelling best practice, quality control, and clearer communication.Improve quantitative models used for valuation, forecasting, and risk/sensitivity analysis.Turn messy datasets into reliable outputs (data QA, reconciliation, controls, repeatable pipelines).Run scenario analysis / stress testing and clearly explain key drivers of value and risk.Present your findings to senior stakeholders (committee‑style conversations) and defend assumptions calmly.Improve how the team works: templates, documentation, automation, and model governance.What we’re looking for (must-haves)Strong mathematical/quant foundation (e.G.,



Maths/Stats/Physics/Engineering/Quant Finance/Econometrics).Proven experience in quantitative finance / risk / valuation / portfolio analytics (credit risk, asset valuation, model validation, treasury/ALM, derivatives/structured products, etc.).Strong Python (pandas + modelling workflow) and SQL (real datasets, performance/accuracy, QA checks).Leadership signal : team lead/manager/project lead, or clear evidence of mentoring/coaching and quality ownership.Able to work at pace and produce decision‑grade analysis (clear thinking, pragmatic modelling, strong judgement).Nice to haveCredit risk modelling exposure: PD / LGD / EAD, IFRS 9 / regulatory capital topics.Model validation / model risk governance experience.Time series, simulation ( Monte Carlo ), optimisation, or ML applied pragmatically.Experience building robust analytics tooling (pipelines, controls, dashboards).Why this role (Madrid)A rare mix of serious quant depth + leadership without leaving the modelling behind.High-impact work where your analysis directly supports real investment decisions.A team environment that values mathematical rigour, clear reasoning, and strong collaboration.Ref:BBBH26061#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Hands-On Quant Team Lead — Madrid (Hybrid)
🏢 Allen Recruitment
📍 Madrid