Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

JR United Kingdom; Telford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A globally recognized hedge fund is hiring a Quantitative Researcher for their commodities options desk in Telford. This role focuses on developing systematic trading strategies and offers excellent growth potential within a rapidly expanding team.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development, ideally in medium-frequency trading.
• Outstanding performance and a live track record (2-3+ Sharpe ratio).
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage scalable medium-frequency trading strategies.
• Generate alpha and process signals.
• Manage risk within trading environments.

Skills

Systematic trading strategy development

Communication

Collaboration

Risk management

Interest in commodities

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Telford, United Kingdom

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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 scalable medium-frequency trading strategies, generate 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 live track record, with a 2-3+ Sharpe ratio.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills within a team environment.
• Strong interest and background in working within commodities.