Quantitative Analyst PhD SQL Python

Client Server; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quantitative Analyst to join their innovative team in London. This role offers the opportunity to work on strategic projects within a specialist Hedge Fund, focusing on quantitative statistical models that forecast energy demand and supply across European markets. You will collaborate with experienced professionals while enjoying a flexible work environment. With a competitive salary and generous perks, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive setting.

Benefits

Pension (8% non-contributory)

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Training and career development opportunities

Company retreats

Work from Home (1 day per week)

Qualifications

• Strong academic background with a PhD in a quantitative field.
• Commercial experience in quantitative analysis or a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Analyze weather data to identify risks and deliver statistical models.
• Collaborate with Quants and Portfolio Managers on strategic projects.

Skills

Python

SQL

C++

C#

Statistical Analysis

Data Science Techniques

Large Data Sets Management

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Advanced Mathematics

BSc (2.1 or above)

Job description

Quantitative Analyst (PhD SQL Python) London / WFH to £90k

Would you like to advance your career as a Quantitative Analyst working with and learning from a hugely talented team?

You could be joining a specialist Hedge Fund and working on long term strategic projects which involve implementing quantitative statistical models that are used to forecast elements of demand and supply of energy for European markets.

As a Quantitative Analyst you will focus on analysing weather data to identify Risk, partnering with experienced Quants and liaising with Portfolio Managers to deliver bespoke statistical models and methods.

Location / WFH:

You'll be working in a collegiate team environment based in London with a small group of accomplished software / data engineers and finance entrepreneurs with flexibility to work from home once a week.

About you:

• You have an excellent academic record of achievement; 2.1 or above at BSc, and have studied to PhD level at a top tier university (Advanced Mathematics, Probability, Statistical Patterns)
• You have commercial experience in a similar role
• You can code with at least one of the following: Python, C++ or C#
• You have strong SQL skills
• You're comfortable working with large data sets and statistics
• You have a good appreciation of data science techniques
• You have experience of implementing highly scalable, performant, low latency solutions
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills

What's in it for you:

• Up to £90k + bonus
• Pension (8% non-contributory)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Training and career development opportunities
• Work from Home (x1 day London office per week)
• Company retreats such as Winter skiing trips and Summer weekends away

Apply now to find out more about this Quantitative Analyst (PhD SQL Python) opportunity.

At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.