Associate Director, eRisk Quant Strategies

HSBC Global Services Limited; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in financial services seeks an Associate Director for its trading quant team in London. The role involves developing automated trading strategies, with a strong emphasis on programming and quantitative analysis. Candidates should have a background in quantitative disciplines and relevant experience in electronic trading, with competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Private healthcare

Enhanced maternity and adoption pay

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven programming skills in Python, R, Matlab, Java, and SQL.
• Education in a quantitative discipline; PhD beneficial.
• Experience in electronic trading and publishing academic papers.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, implement, and monitor automated trading algorithms.
• Deliver on milestones in a fast-paced front office environment.
• Communicate effectively with clients and collaborate with technology teams.

Skills

Programming in Python

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Understanding of market microstructure

Risk assessment

Education

Education in a quantitative discipline

PhD beneficial

Tools

Python

R

Matlab

Java

SQL

Job description

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Some careers shine brighter than others.

If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfill your potential. HSBC offers opportunities, support, and rewards that can take you further, whether you're aiming for top positions or exploring new directions.

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you'll have access to professional development, competitive pay, and benefits, including private healthcare, enhanced maternity and adoption pay, and a contributory pension scheme.

The eRisk systematic trading quant team comprises experienced quantitative researchers and technologists responsible for building and operating HSBC's automated trading platform. The team provides liquidity and manages market making risk in FX and Precious Metals markets, focusing on innovation through high-quality models and algorithms, supported by extensive computational resources, data sets, and AI/ML tools.

The Associate Director will define, develop, implement, and monitor automated trading algorithms and strategies for the team.

In this role you will:

• Deliver on milestones in a fast-paced front office environment.
• Apply programming knowledge for statistical analysis, database access, and production code.
• Leverage understanding of market microstructure, business logic, and algorithmic trading fundamentals across FX and other products.
• Understand the client franchise and promote fair treatment of customers.
• Communicate effectively with clients.
• Collaborate with technology teams to improve systems and solutions.
• Integrate with the quant team and broader eRisk business.
• Build networks within GFX and other asset classes.
• Understand various risks to make informed decisions.
• Act as the first line of defense within operational risk frameworks.

To be successful, you should meet the following requirements:

• Education in a quantitative discipline; a PhD is beneficial.
• Proven programming skills in Python, R, Matlab, Java, and SQL.
• Relevant experience in electronic trading.
• Understanding of currencies, products, and markets.
• Experience in publishing academic papers.
• Excellent communication skills.

This role is based in London.

HSBC values diversity and inclusion, creating accessible workplaces for everyone. We’re a Disability Confident Leader and encourage candidates with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, offering accommodations during the recruitment process.