Quantitative Analyst – Benchmarks & Indices

Barclay Simpson; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a quantitative analyst for their Benchmark & Indices product team on a 12-month maternity cover, with potential for permanent employment. The role involves developing models and systematic strategies across various markets, utilizing strong quantitative skills and Python proficiency. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment and is adept at communicating complex information clearly. The position is based in London with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python and experience with quantitative modelling.
• Experience in financial markets such as rates, FX, money markets, or commodities.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and back-test new index and systematic strategy concepts.
• Sourcing, validating, and preparing market data.
• Build models and tools using Python and Excel.
• Analyze competitor indices and market trends.
• Produce documentation like methodologies and specs.

Skills

Strong quantitative skill set

Python proficiency

Analytical skills

Tools

Python

Excel

Job description

My client is looking for a technically strong, quantitatively minded quantitative analyst to join their Benchmark & Indices product team on a 12-month maternity cover, with a genuine opportunity to become permanent.

In this role, you’ll work closely with senior product leaders to design, model and deliver systematic investment strategies and index solutions across rates, FX, money markets and commodities. This is a hands‑on position for someone who loves data, quantitative modelling, and the challenge of building IP from scratch.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing and back‑testing new index and systematic strategy concepts
• Sourcing, validating and preparing large sets of market data
• Building models and tools in Python and Excel
• Analysing competitor indices and market trends
• Producing documentation (methodologies, specs, fact sheets)
• Working cross‑functionally with commercial teams and internal stakeholders

We’re Looking For

• Strong quantitative skill set and Python proficiency
• Experience in markets such as rates, FX, MM or commodities
• Background in structuring, QIS, index products or quantitative research
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely
• Someone who thrives in a varied, intellectually stimulating environment

Location

London (hybrid working)

⏱️ Availability

Ideal candidates will be immediately available or have a short notice period to allow for handover.