Global Banking & Markets - Quantitative Researcher - Associate / VP -London London United Kin ...

Goldman Sachs, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment firm is seeking a Quantitative Strategist to lead their Quantitative Trading & Market Making desk. The role involves the development of strategies for equities and derivatives while utilizing advanced statistical analysis and AI techniques. Candidates should possess a strong academic background in analytical fields and be proficient in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python. Excellent communication and management skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in relevant quantitative fields.
• Proficiency in C++, Java, or Python programming.
• Excellent management skills and ability to handle pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead Quantitative Trading & Market Making desk.
• Develop strategies for equities, derivatives, and cash products.
• Apply statistical techniques for real-time trading decisions.
• Create frameworks for risk management and portfolio optimization.

Skills

Statistical analysis

AI techniques

Programming in C++

Programming in Python

Programming in Java

Education

Strong academic background in physics, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or computer science

Job description

At Goldman Sachs, quantitative strategists are at the forefront of our business, solving real-world problems through analytical methods. Working closely with traders and sales, they provide invaluable quantitative insights into complex financial and technical challenges that drive our business decisions. Our team focuses on transforming the Equity business through quantitative trading and automation of key decisions. We handle various products such as stocks, options, ETFs, and futures, employing strategies like market making, automatic quoting, risk management, systematic trading, and algorithmic execution across global venues. We utilize statistical analysis and mathematical models to enhance business performance and collaborate with traders and sales to add value for clients and the firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead our Quantitative Trading & Market Making desk, developing strategies for equities, derivatives, and cash products.
• Apply advanced statistical and AI techniques, including neural networks, to build models that inform systematic trading and risk decisions in real time.
• Develop frameworks for risk management and portfolio optimization across asset classes using factor models and other techniques.
• Create scalable model calibration frameworks for large-scale time series data using statistical and AI models.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong academic background in physics, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or computer science.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python.
• Self-motivated with excellent management skills, capable of handling multiple priorities under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.