Quantitative Researcher - Commodities Options

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

Job summary

A world-renowned hedge fund seeks a Quantitative Researcher in Commodities Options for its rapidly expanding desk. This role entails collaborating with a team to develop medium-frequency trading strategies, emphasizing strong performance and a keen interest in commodities. The position offers excellent career growth opportunities in a dynamic trading environment.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in systematic trading strategy development.
• Proven live track record with a 2-3+ Sharpe ratio.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage scalable medium-frequency trading strategies.
• Generate new alpha and process signals.
• Manage risk effectively within the trading environment.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Interest in Commodities

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06.06.2025

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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, processing signals, and managing risk. This position offers excellent exposure and further career growth opportunities as the team continues to expand.

Key Qualifications:

• Several years of 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 working within commodities.