Data Analyst

StudentVenture; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A data-driven investment firm is seeking a mathematical athlete to join their investment team in the UK. The role involves identifying market anomalies, back-testing asset allocation models, and automating investment intelligence. Candidates should possess a strong quantitative mindset, mastery of Python (Pandas/NumPy), and SQL. This position offers a fast-track opportunity for a career in quantitative finance, with direct reporting to executive partners and hands-on experience with real capital.

Qualifications

• Obsession with 'Alpha' and personal interest in market dynamics.
• Ability to explain asset class differences clearly.

Responsibilities

• Identify market anomalies and back-test asset allocation models.
• Automate investment intelligence processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Python (Pandas/NumPy)

SQL

Job description

Our client is a data-driven investment firm looking for a mathematical athlete. You will be sitting in the engine room of the investment team, reporting directly to the Partners and the Chief Investment Officer.

The Opportunity

You will spend your days identifying market anomalies, back-testing asset allocation models, and automating investment intelligence. You’ll be given the tools (and the capital) to see your hypotheses play out in the real world. This is a fast-track to a career in quantitative finance.

The Profile

• The Quant Mindset: You are obsessed with 'Alpha.' You likely have a personal interest in the markets and can explain the delta between different asset classes with ease.
• The Stack: Mastery of Python (Pandas/NumPy) and SQL.

How to Apply

We are looking for evidence of your analytical rigour. Please upload your research and models to your StudentVenture profile. Use the platform to share video walkthroughs of your models, data visualization images, or PDF research papers you’ve authored. We will be using your StudentVenture profile to see the work you’ve done beyond your standard degree requirements.