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

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hedge fund sector is seeking a skilled IT Project Manager to join their Trading & Risk Technology Group. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile technology initiatives, collaborating closely with Quant Research and Trading teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Business Analysis and Project Management, along with technical expertise in Python and SQL. With a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive salary package, this position promises professional growth and the chance to contribute to innovative solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Business Analysis/Project Management.
• 1+ years as a Data/Software Engineer or Technical Architect.

Responsibilities

• Capture requirements from Quant Research, Trading, and Risk teams.
• Manage full lifecycle Business Analysis for technology projects.
• Design end-to-end solutions and drive product design.

Skills

Python

SQL

Business Analysis

Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Waterfall Methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM

Master’s in STEM

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

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Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

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

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

Indicative Package

Basic Salary ~£120k-£160k, based on skills and knowledge in Project / Product Management, Business Analysis, Technical Acumen, and Markets / Asset class knowledge.

Hybrid work arrangement - 2 days WFH, plus full benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Capture requirements directly from Quant Research, Trading, and Risk teams.
• Manage 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.
• Mentorship opportunity with industry veterans in a collaborative environment.
• Develop deep knowledge in Cross-Asset and Market Microstructures.
• Work on strategic, high-profile technology initiatives.
• Potential for future internal mobility to NAM or APAC regions.

Mandatory Skills and Experience:

• Fluency in English.
• Minimum 5 years' post-Bachelor’s/Master’s STEM experience.
• At least 4 years in Business Analysis / Project/Product Management roles delivering Front & Middle Office technology projects at a Fund, Investment Manager, Investment Bank, or FinTech.
• Minimum 1 year as a Data / Software Engineer, Technical Architect, or Quant Developer.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Calm, detailed-oriented, and collaborative approach.
• Current understanding of at least one (preferably two) of the following asset classes: Equities, FX, Fixed Income, Credit, Commodities, or Derivatives.