Front Office Quantitative Analyst

Apollo Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo Solutions in London is seeking a Front Office Quantitative Analyst to join a growing Prime Services desk. You will partner with traders to develop analytics, pricing and risk tools and build scalable models for financing and derivatives.

The role requires MSc/PhD in a quantitative field, strong Python, and good communication with front-office stakeholders; exposure to C++/Java is a plus, and knowledge of equity derivatives, ETFs, FX and rates hedging is beneficial.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in a quantitative field (Maths, Physics, CS, Engineering or similar).
• Strong Python development skills with Front Office experience essential.
• Knowledge of equity derivatives, financing products, ETFs, FX and rates hedging is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, statistical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with front-office stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Partner directly with traders to develop analytics, pricing and risk tools.
• Build and enhance quantitative models supporting financing and derivatives activities.
• Work on market data calibration, portfolio risk analytics and trading workflow optimisation.
• Develop scalable solutions using Python, with exposure to C++/Java beneficial.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Front Office experience

Education

MSc or PhD in a quantitative discipline

Tools

Python

C++

Java

Job description

Front Office Quantitative Analyst | London

Permanent full-time role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quantitative Analyst to join a front-office desk strategy team supporting a growing Prime Services business.

Key responsibilities:

• Partner directly with traders to develop analytics, pricing and risk tools
• Build and enhance quantitative models supporting financing and derivatives activities
• Work on market data calibration, portfolio risk analytics and trading workflow optimisation
• Develop scalable solutions using Python, with exposure to C++/Java beneficial

Requirements:

• MSc or PhD in a quantitative discipline (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or similar)
• Strong Python development skills and Front Office experience is a must!
• Knowledge of equity derivatives, financing products, ETFs, FX and interest rate hedging is a plus
• Excellent analytical, statistical and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with front-office stakeholders

This is a highly visible role offering direct exposure to trading desks, quantitative research and strategic business initiatives within a fast-paced markets environment.