Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund in quantitative trading seeks a Quantitative Researcher specializing in systematic commodities options in Luton. Candidates will collaborate with a team of quants to innovate trading strategies, driving significant alpha generation and risk management while enjoying robust career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development.
• Outstanding performance with a 2-3+ Sharpe ratio.
• Strong background in commodities and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage scalable medium-frequency trading strategies.
• Generate new alpha and process signals.
• Risk management on trading strategies.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Systematic Trading Strategy Development

Risk Management

Commodities Knowledge

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Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options, Luton, Bedfordshire

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Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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, generating new alpha, process signals, and risk management. This position offers excellent exposure and further career growth opportunities as the team continues to expand.

Key Qualifications:

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