Quant Analyst

Nova Stela Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Job summary

Nova Stela Ltd in London, UK, is seeking a Quant Analyst to join a commodities trading team. You’ll work on complex data-driven problems, supporting trading and risk decisions in a highly technical, hands-on role.

The ideal candidate has extensive C++ experience with some Python exposure, a strong maths/statistics background, and the ability turn data into actionable strategies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in C++ and exposure to Python for data analysis.
• Background in mathematics or statistics with quantitative methods.
• Ability to translate data into actionable trading strategies.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data-driven analytical models for trading decisions.
• Work with complex data to support risk management and strategies.
• Collaborate with trading and risk teams in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

C++

Python

Education

Mathematics/Statistics background

Job description

Location: London, UK (Hybrid)
Type: Full‑time
Compensation: Competitive salary + performance bonus

The Role

Our commodities trading client is seeking a Quant Analyst to join their team. You’ll work on complex data-driven problems, supporting trading and risk decisions. The role is highly technical and hands on, requiring sharp analytical skills and a curiosity for markets and algorithms.

Ideal Candidate:

• Extensive experience in C++ and some exposure to Python.
• Proven ability to work with complex data and quantitative methods, ideally with experience in mathematics, statistics, or a similar discipline
• Can turn data and insights into actionable strategies
• Are comfortable working in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively

Why This Role Matters:

• Exposure to real-world trading strategies and market dynamics
• Work with a highly capable, technically focused team
• Make an immediate impact in a data-driven trading environment