Execution Quantitative Researcher

Braunford LLP; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantitative research firm in London is seeking an Execution Quantitative Researcher. You will use advanced statistical analysis to predict market movements and optimize trading strategies. The ideal candidate has experience in execution quantitative research, strong coding skills in Python or C#, and a Masters or PhD in a quantitative subject. This role offers competitive compensation, annual bonuses, and a stimulating work environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation

Annual discretionary bonus

Lunch provided

35 days’ annual leave

9% company pension contributions

Comprehensive healthcare and life assurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Monthly company events

Qualifications

• Experience in execution quantitative research, particularly in equities.
• Strong coding skills, ideally Python/C#, but other languages are welcome.
• Understanding of market microstructure and liquidity dynamics across multiple venues.
• A strong interest in finance and the motivation to rapidly learn more.

Responsibilities

• Use scientific techniques and advanced statistical analysis to predict market movements.
• Develop and test ideas with real-world data in an academic environment.
• Focus on optimizing trading efficiency and minimizing transaction costs.

Skills

Experience in execution quantitative research, particularly in equities

Strong coding skills, ideally Python/C#

Interest in implementing theoretical insights as working code

Understanding of market microstructure

Understanding of US markets

Masters or PhD in a highly quantitative subject

Strong interest in finance

Education

Masters or PhD degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics or engineering

Job description

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Execution Quantitative Researcher

Apply locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R2384

Do you want to tackle the biggest questions in finance with near infinite compute power at your fingertips?

G-Research is a leading quantitative research and technology firm, with offices in London and Dallas. We are proud to employ some of the best people in their field and to nurture their talent in a dynamic, flexible and highly stimulating culture where world-beating ideas are cultivated and rewarded.

This role is based in our new Soho Place office – opened in 2023 - in the heart of Central London and home to our Research Lab.

The role

Our researchers use the latest scientific techniques and advanced statistical analysis methods to predict movement in global financial markets.

This is a pure research role where you will be able to develop and test your ideas with real-world data in an academic environment. In this team, our researchers focus on optimising trading efficiency, analysing market microstructure, and minimising transaction costs.

This requires leveraging large-scale datasets, real-time market data, and advanced analytics to refine and optimise algorithmic execution strategies.

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in execution quantitative research, particularly in equities
• Strong coding skills, ideally Python/C#, but other languages are welcome
• An interest in implementing theoretical insights as working code
• Understanding of market microstructure, smart order routing and liquidity dynamics across multiple venues
• Understanding of US markets is advantageous
• A Masters or PhD degree in a highly quantitative subject, such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics or engineering
• A strong interest in finance and the motivation to rapidly learn more is a prerequisite for working here

Why should you apply?

• Highly competitive compensation plus annual discretionary bonus
• Lunch provided (via Just Eat for Business) and dedicated barista bar
• 35 days’ annual leave
• 9% company pension contributions
• Informal dress code and excellent work/life balance
• Comprehensive healthcare and life assurance
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Monthly company events

G-Research is committed to cultivating and preserving an inclusive work environment. We are an ideas-driven business and we place great value on diversity of experience and opinions.

We want to ensure that applicants receive a recruitment experience that enables them to perform at their best. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know in the relevant section

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