Graduate Recruiter

Anson McCade; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training in executive search

Exposure to top-tier U.S. firms

Flexible working hours

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy firm in London is looking for a Graduate Recruitment Consultant in Quant Finance & Systematic Trading. Ideal for ambitious graduates eager to launch a career in recruitment, supporting U.S. market expansion. Responsibilities include headhunting top talent, conducting market research, and supporting clients. Competitive base salary between £30k–42k with commission potential. The role requires excellent communication skills and a strong interest in quant finance.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate from any discipline.
• Sharp intellect and ability to grasp complex, technical material.
• Highly motivated, ambitious, and resilient.

Responsibilities

• Engage with top quantitative talent for recruitment.
• Assist with scheduling and interview preparation.
• Map talent and track trends in quant finance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Motivation

Education

Graduate in any discipline

Job description

Graduate Recruitment Consultant – Quant Finance & Systematic Trading

London-based | US market focus (flexible working hours to overlap with US clients)

Anson McCade is a leading executive search and consultancy firm headquartered in the UK, with an international client base including the world’s top hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, and investment banks.

We are looking for ambitious graduates from any discipline to join our Quant Finance & Systematic Trading practice in London, supporting our expansion into the U.S. market. This is a unique opportunity to launch a high-impact career in recruitment, working with elite quantitative talent and leading global firms.

What you’ll be doing

• Talent sourcing & headhunting: Engaging with top quantitative talent, from PhDs and developers to traders and portfolio managers.
• Candidate support: Assisting with the recruitment process, including scheduling, interview prep, and managing client interactions.
• Market research: Mapping talent, tracking trends in systematic trading, quant research, and technology.
• Client support: Helping to prepare candidate shortlists, job descriptions, and presentations for U.S. clients.
• Collaboration & learning: Working alongside senior consultants, gaining exposure to executive search techniques, business development, and quantitative finance.

What we’re looking for

• Recent graduate in any discipline.
• Sharp intellect, strong analytical skills, and the ability to grasp complex, technical material.
• Highly motivated, ambitious, and resilient — relentless in pursuit of results.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Curious about quant finance and systematic trading, and eager to learn the industry.
• Willingness to work hours overlapping with the U.S. market (typically early mornings / late evenings in London).

What’s in it for you

• Structured training in executive search and quantitative finance recruitment.
• Exposure to top-tier U.S. hedge funds, prop shops, and trading firms.
• Base salary £30–42k, with uncapped commission potential — high performers can achieve six-figure earnings as they grow.
• Hands‑on experience with front‑office quantitative mandates from day one.
• Opportunity to fast‑track your career in a high‑growth, high‑performance environment.
• Flexible London‑based role with support from a market‑leading London HQ.

If you are a hungry, ambitious graduate who can quickly absorb technical material and is motivated to build a career in quantitative finance recruitment, we’d love to hear from you.