Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

JR United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hedge fund is seeking a Quantitative Researcher for their expanding commodities options desk in London. This role involves collaborating with quantitative analysts to develop and implement medium-frequency trading strategies and offers significant career growth opportunities within a high-performance environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development within a medium-frequency trading environment.
• Proven live track record with a 2-3+ Sharpe ratio.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage scalable medium-frequency trading strategies.
• Generate new alpha and process signals.
• Manage risk for the trading desk.

Skills

Systematic trading strategy development

Communication

Collaboration

Interest in commodities

Job description

Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

A world-renowned hedge fund at the forefront of quantitative trading and research is seeking a quantitative researcher in systematic commodities options for their desk in London, which is experiencing rapid growth driven by outstanding performance.

Work with a team of quants to develop and manage various scalable medium-frequency trading strategies, generate new alpha, process signals, and manage risk. This position offers excellent exposure and further career growth opportunities as the team continues to expand.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development, ideally within a medium-frequency trading environment.
• Outstanding performance and a proven live track record, with a 2-3+ Sharpe ratio.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Strong interest and background in working within commodities.