Quant Trader Internship 2027 (6 months)

Maven Securities; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site private gym

Monthly company events

Flexible start date

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

Maven Securities is offering a Quantitative Trader Intern position in London. This 6-month intensive training programme focuses on options market making and quantitative methods, with collaboration from traders and researchers to tackle meaningful challenges.

Upon successful completion, you may be considered for a full-time role. Visa sponsorship is available for eligible candidates, with a flexible start date in January 2027 or July 2027.

Qualifications

• Degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Math, Physics, Financial Engineering).
• Strong programming ability in at least one language (Python preferred).
• Excellent English communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Solve quantitative research problems such as volatility modelling, alpha generation and validation.
• Create visualisation tools using Python or AI-assisted code.
• Complete a structured research project under the mentorship of traders and quants.
• Shadow the Options Market Making desks.

Skills

Quantitative discipline

Python

C++

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Applied Mathematics

Financial Engineering

Physics

Job description

Maven Securities is a leading proprietary trading firm that leverages sophisticated technology and quantitative analysis to trade in global financial markets. We specialise in options and derivatives market making, where your skills can be directly applied to have a real impact.

THE ROLE

As a Quantitative Trader Intern, you’ll engage in an intensive 6-month training programme focused on options market making. You’ll collaborate closely with traders and researchers to solve meaningful research challenges and develop your expertise in quantitative methods across our market-making desks. Upon successfully completing the internship, you will be eligible for consideration for a full time position.

• Solving quantitative research problems such as volatility modelling, alpha generation and validation
• Creating visualisation tools using Python or AI-assisted code
• Completing a structured research project under the mentorship of traders and quants
• Shadowing our Options Market Making desks

What Are We Looking For

• Background in Applied Mathematics, Financial Engineering, Physics, or a similar quantitative discipline
• Proficient in programming with at least one language (preferably Python however C++ or C# is advantageous too)
• Quick and creative problem-solver, able to tackle new or unfamiliar challenges independently
• Strong communicator with the ability to present research findings clearly and effectively
• Self-starter with a keen interest in refining current trading strategies and uncovering new opportunities
• Familiarity with financial markets is a plus, though not essential
• Professional-level fluency in English

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• A fast-growing global firm with plenty of opportunities to have a significant impact
• Flat hierarchal environment and informal dress code
• Competitive compensation package
• On-site private gym with instructor-led classes including boxing, yoga, and more
• Monthly company events and social activities
• Flexible start date: January 2027 or July 2027

PLEASE NOTE

• We only accept one application per candidate per recruitment cycle
• Visa sponsorship is available for this role and will be discussed with eligible candidates at later stages of the process
• For more information on our assessment process and commonly asked questions, please visit the Emerging Talent page on Maven's website