Lead Quantitative Researcher - Systematic Commodities

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A Multi-Billion Hedge Fund is looking for a Lead Quantitative Researcher to spearhead strategy development for their commodities desk. The ideal candidate will manage a team focusing on alpha research, implement systematic strategies, and harness data for trading optimization. Applicants must possess a strong quantitative background and a proven track record in systematic commodities trading.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic commodities trading.
• Strong track record of alpha and Sharpe ratio of 1.5 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of QRs conducting alpha research.
• Collaborate with software engineers for trading strategies.
• Manage risk to optimize trading performance.
• Investigate new trading products and strategies.

Skills

Alpha research

Data analysis

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field

Job description

Lead Quantitative Researcher - Systematic Commodities

A Multi-Billion Hedge fund is seeking an experienced QR to lead the strategy development and portfolio construction for their top-performing commodities desk. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting alpha research, identifying and evaluating potential alpha signals through rigorous data analysis, and implementing backtested systematic strategies into production.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead a team of QRs conducting alpha research to optimize and generate high-performing systematic commodities strategies.
2. Collaborate with the best academic minds in software engineering to implement trading strategies into production.
3. Manage risk effectively to optimize trading performance.
4. Investigate and implement new trading products and strategies.

Qualifications:

• Experience in systematic commodities trading.
• A strong track record of alpha and Sharpe ratio of 1.5+
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related fields.