Quantitative Researcher - Oil Derivatives

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

Job summary

A leading global hedge fund is seeking a quantitative researcher focused on systematic oil derivatives. Join a high-performing team to develop trading strategies and manage risk within an expanding environment, offering excellent career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development, ideally within medium-frequency trading.
• Outstanding performance with a 2+ Sharpe ratio.
• Strong interest working within commodities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage medium-frequency trading strategies.
• Generate new alpha and manage risk.

Skills

Systematic trading strategy development

Team collaboration

Communication

Commodities

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

A leading global hedge fund, at the forefront of quantitative trading and research, is seeking a quantitative researcher in systematic oil derivatives for their desk, 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, generate new 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+ Sharpe ratio.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Strong interest and background in working within commodities.

Please apply now to have a confidential discussion.