Quant Researcher – Equities | London, UK | Flexible

Octavius Finance; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global asset manager is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to enhance their equity investment strategies. This role involves developing predictive models and tools that directly influence investment decisions. You will collaborate closely with Portfolio Managers, generating trading signals and automating data workflows to strengthen the firm's research capabilities. Join a dynamic and agile team where your contributions will be highly visible and valued, providing excellent opportunities for career growth. If you're passionate about quantitative research and want to make a tangible impact in finance, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in quant research or data science within asset management.
• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain predictive models using structured data.
• Generate and back test trading signals to support equity investment decisions.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers to inform investment decisions.

Skills

Quantitative Research

Data Science

Python

SQL

Statistical Modelling

Forecasting Techniques

Portfolio Construction

Equity Factor Models

Risk Management Frameworks

Education

Degree in Physics

Degree in Mathematics

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Quant Researcher – Equities

Octavius Finance London, United Kingdom Apply now Posted 3 days ago Flexible Job Permanent Competitive

We are working with a global asset manager seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join their Quant Research team. The role focuses on building models and tools to support equity investment decisions, leveraging financial data.

We are working with a global asset manager seeking a Quantitative Researcher to join their Quant Research team. The role focuses on building models and tools to support equity investment decisions, leveraging financial data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain predictive models using structured data.

• Generate and back test trading signals to support equity investment decisions.

• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers to inform investment decisions and manage risk.

• Build tools for exposure tracking, drawdown risk, and performance attribution.

• Automate data workflows and contribute to the firm’s research infrastructure.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in quant research or data science within asset management.

• Strong programming skills in Python and SQL.

• Solid understanding of statistical modelling and forecasting techniques.

• Knowledge of portfolio construction, equity factor models, and risk management frameworks.

• Degree in a quantitative field such as Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Engineering.

Why Join?

• Collaborate directly with Portfolio Managers, driving real-time investment decisions.

• Work in a team where quant research is central to the investment process.

• Contribute to the development of key tools for equity portfolio management.

• Join a lean, agile team with strong visibility and career development potential.

To apply: Please send your CV to [e-mail]

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