Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-renowned hedge fund seeks a Quantitative Researcher specializing in systematic commodities options. Join a growing team in Sheffield, where you will develop scalable trading strategies and collaborate effectively to drive outstanding performance in a dynamic trading environment. This role offers excellent career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development within a medium frequency trading environment.
• Live track record with a 2-3+ Sharpe ratio.
• Strong interest in commodities and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage scalable trading strategies for commodities options.
• Work with a team of researchers to generate new alpha and process signals.

Skills

Systematic trading strategy development

Communication

Collaboration

Risk management

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Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

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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 a 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.