Quantitative Researcher – Commodities Systematic

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable multi-billion hedge fund in Leicester is seeking a seasoned Quantitative Researcher to spearhead strategy development for their commodities desk. This role demands expertise in conducting alpha research and implementing systematic strategies to enhance trading performance. Candidates should have a strong background in systematic commodities trading and a quantitative degree.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic commodities trading is required.
• Strong track record with alpha and Sharpe of 1.5+.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of QRs conducting alpha research.
• Collaborate with academics to implement trading strategies.
• Manage trading performance and risk.

Skills

Alpha research

Data analysis

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mathematics

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Physics

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Statistics

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science

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06.06.2025

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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.