Porfolio Manager/Senior Quant Researcher – Systematic Macro Hedge Fund – London

Octavius Finance; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systematic macro hedge fund in London seeks a Portfolio Manager/Senior Quant Researcher with a strong background in systematic macro trading and quantitative analysis. This role involves designing and implementing alpha-generating strategies across global asset classes, utilizing advanced analytical methods. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial markets, strong programming skills, and a proven ability to develop successful trading strategies.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in a quantitative discipline.
• Proven track record in systematic macro strategies.
• Fluency in Python and statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy systematic strategies across global macro asset classes.
• Backtest and validate strategies on diverse datasets.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate models into trading infrastructure.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Statistical methods

Machine learning

Programming in Python

SQL

C#

Education

Degree in Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Physics

Job description

Porfolio Manager/Senior Quant Researcher – Systematic Macro Hedge Fund – London

Porfolio Manager/Senior Quant Researcher – Systematic Macro Hedge Fund – London

Octavius Finance London, United Kingdom Apply now Posted 2 days ago Flexible Job Permanent Competitive

We are working with a boutique hedge fund in London that is expanding its systematic macro team, they are looking for a Portfolio Manager. You must have a proven track record in systematic macro research or trading, particularly across futures and FX markets. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team where your research and strategies will directly impact portfolio construction and returns.

We are working with a boutique hedge fund in London that is expanding its systematic macro team, they are looking for a Portfolio Manager. You must have a proven track record in systematic macro research or trading, particularly across futures and FX markets. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team where your research and strategies will directly impact portfolio construction and returns.

The Opportunity:

• Join a systematic global macro fund focused on trading across major asset classes using futures and FX.
• Play a key role in the research and implementation of high-conviction, alpha-generating trading strategies.
• Contribute to the continued innovation and refinement of the team’s trading models using advanced quantitative techniques.
• Collaborate closely with other researchers and developers in a flat, intellectually rigorous environment.
• Take strategies from concept to live execution and performance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, research, and deploy systematic strategies across global macro asset classes with a focus on short- to medium-term trading horizons.
• Use statistical, econometric, or machine learning methods to identify persistent inefficiencies and develop predictive signals.
• Backtest and validate strategies on large and diverse datasets, ensuring robustness, scalability, and risk control.
• Continuously monitor and optimise existing models in response to evolving market dynamics.
• Work closely with engineering teams to integrate models into the live trading infrastructure.

Candidate Requirements:

• A strong academic background in a quantitative discipline such as Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Physics.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing successful systematic macro strategies.
• Fluency in programming languages such as Python; experience with SQL and/or C# is advantageous.
• Familiarity with short-term or intraday models is a plus.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, please send your CV in WORD format to [e-mail].

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