Quantitative Researcher – London

An exciting opportunity to a Global Top10 Hedgefund has come live and they are currently seeking QR to join their London office.

You/ The role holder will be responsible for investment, risk and portfolio construction within Equities

Responsibilities:

  • Play a part in improving and broadening their team’s exclusive research platform.
  • Refine quantitative models for execution strategies AND improve trading algorithms.
  • Maintain open communication with the Senior Portfolio Manager and trading team during investment activities.
  • Monitor and analyse trading performance, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
  • Stay updated on the latest technologies and tools, such as technical libraries, computing setups, and academic studies.

Preferred Experience:

  • Educational background: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Astrophysics, Astronomy, or related STEM fields with a focus on data analysis
  • Proven experience developing short-term trading strategies in macro-markets such as futures, currencies, or interest rates.
  • Proficiency in Python.

The Bottom Line

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Contact Information:

For a confidential discussion about this role, or to discuss similar opportunities in the investment management sector, please call Sean Sweeney or Gavin Mulhern at CW Talent Solutions on +353 (0)1 5543680.