Quantitative Researcher – Commodities Systematic

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

Job summary

A Multi-Billion Hedge Fund is seeking an experienced Quantitative Researcher to lead strategy development and portfolio construction for their top-performing commodities desk. The role involves conducting alpha research, implementing systematic strategies, and collaborating with experts in software engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background and proven success in the commodities trading space.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of QRs conducting alpha research.
• Collaborate with academic minds to implement trading strategies.
• Manage risk to optimize trading performance.
• Investigate and implement new trading products.

Skills

Data Analysis

Alpha Research

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field

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06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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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.