Quantitative Researcher – Commodities Systematic

Algo Capital Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a seasoned Quantitative Researcher to spearhead strategy development for their commodities desk. This pivotal role involves conducting thorough alpha research, evaluating potential signals through data analysis, and implementing systematic strategies. You will lead a talented team while collaborating with top academic minds in software engineering. If you have a strong background in systematic trading and a passion for quantitative analysis, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment to optimize trading performance and innovate new strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic commodities trading with a strong track record.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a quantitative field is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team conducting alpha research for commodities strategies.
• Collaborate with software engineers to implement trading strategies.

Skills

systematic commodities trading

data analysis

risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics

Master’s degree in Statistics

Bachelor’s degree in Physics

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

Quantitative Researcher – Commodities Systematic

A Multi-Billion Hedge fund is seeking an experienced QR to lead the strategy development and portfolio construction for their top-performing commodities desk. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting alpha research, identifying and evaluating potential alpha signals through rigorous data analysis and implementing back tested systematic strategies into production.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of QRs conducting alpha research to optimize and generate high-performing systematic Commodities strategies.
• Collaborate with the best academic minds in software engineering to implement trading strategies into production.
• Manage risk effectively to optimize trading performance.
• Investigate and implement new trading products and strategies.

Qualifications:

• Experience in systematic commodities trading.
• A strong track record of alpha and Sharpe of 1.5+
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related fields.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Finance, Analyst, and Research

Industries: Investment Management, Capital Markets, and Financial Services

For more information, please apply or email at [e-mail].