IT Project Manager - Trading & Risk Technology Group - Hedge Fund

Xcede Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Technical Business Analyst / Product Manager to join their innovative team. This role involves engaging directly with Quant Research and Trading teams to capture requirements and deliver high-impact technology projects. With a focus on both Business Analysis and Project Management, you will design end-to-end solutions and drive product design in a collaborative environment. Opportunities for global travel and internal movement enhance the appeal of this position, making it a perfect fit for those looking to advance their career in the dynamic world of investment management.

Benefits

Full Benefits

Opportunities for global travel

Mentorship from industry veterans

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Business Analysis or Project Management roles in financial institutions.
• Experience as a Data/Software Engineer or Technical Architect.

Responsibilities

• Capture requirements from Quant Research and Trading teams.
• Conduct full lifecycle Business Analysis for technology projects.
• Define project scope, goals, and stakeholders.

Skills

Python

SQL

Business Analysis

Project Management

Product Management

Agile Methodologies

Waterfall Methodologies

Data Engineering

Education

BSc in STEM

MSc in STEM

Job description

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Base pay range

This Multi-Strategy and Diversified Hedge Fund runs Low to Higher Frequency Strategies across global liquid markets, including Equities, FX, Fixed Income, Commodities, and vanilla Derivatives (Futures and Options).

They now seek an experienced Technical Business Analyst / Product Manager, with a background as a Data Engineer, Software Developer / Engineer, skilled in both Python and SQL.

Indicative Package

Basic Salary ~£120k-£160k

Based on skills and knowledge across Project / Product Management, Business Analysis, Technical Acumen, and Markets / Asset class knowledge

Hybrid - 2 days WFH

Plus Full Benefits

Responsibilities

• Capture requirements directly from Quant Research, Trading, and Risk teams.
• Conduct full lifecycle Business Analysis for Front and Middle office technology projects, including Big Data, ML/DL tech, Low Latency Market Connectivity, Market Data, OMS, Analytics, and Risk solutions.
• Structure and scope requirements into technical projects.
• Define project scope, goals, stakeholders, milestones, dependencies, and risks.
• Design end-to-end solutions, propose implementation options, and provide evaluations and recommendations.
• Drive product design, including functional and technical architecture.
• Work under mentorship from industry veterans in a collaborative environment.
• Develop deep knowledge of X-Asset and Market Microstructures.
• Engage in strategic, high-profile technology initiatives.
• Opportunities for future global travel and internal movement to NAM or APAC regions.

Mandatory Skills and Experience

• Fluency in English.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience post-BSc/MSc in STEM fields.
• At least 4 years in Business Analysis, Project Management, or Product Management roles delivering Front & Middle Office technology projects at financial institutions or FinTech firms.
• At least 1 year as a Data/Software Engineer, Technical Architect, or Quant Developer.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Calm, detailed-oriented, and collaborative approach.
• Knowledge of at least one (preferably two) asset classes such as Equities, FX, Fixed Income, Credit, Commodities, or Derivatives.

Additional Information

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: Investment Management, Technology, Media