Junior Quantitative Researcher

eFinancialCareers; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Quantitative Researcher based in London, specializing in developing and implementing trading strategies within their innovative trading framework. The ideal candidate will possess a strong quantitative background, programming skills, and the ability to work under pressure, with a focus on systematic trading opportunities.

Qualifications

• Quantitative background with a relevant degree.
• 2+ years experience in a quantitative role.
• Programming proficiency with at least one major language.

Responsibilities

• Research and implement trading strategies.
• Check data and processes for trading readiness.
• Monitor strategy performance across markets.

Skills

Statistical Analysis

Programming (Python, C++, Java)

Market Understanding

Performance Monitoring

Communication

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science or Physics

Job description

Quantitative Researcher - London (Python)

The Role

• Research and implement trading ideas - research and implement strategies within the firm's cutting-edge, global, automated trading framework
• Data - check all required data and processes are ready for trading and utilise large datasets through statistical analysis to identify trading opportunities
• Market structure - develop a strong understanding of market structure across various exchanges and asset classes
• Performance monitoring - intermittently monitor the behaviour and performance of strategies
• You will have broad pipeline coverage, spanning from alpha research and signal generation to the implementation and monitoring of the strategies you develop

The Candidate

• Quantitative background - includes degrees in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics
• Ideally 2 years + experience in a quantitative role, ideally focused on systematic trading
• Programming proficiency with at least one major programming or scripting language (e.g. C++, Java, Python)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions
• Ability to work well under pressure

Quantitative Researcher - London (Python)