Quantitative Researcher - Oil Derivatives

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

Job summary

A leading global hedge fund is seeking a Quantitative Researcher specializing in systematic oil derivatives. This role involves developing scalable trading strategies and offers significant career growth opportunities amid rapid team expansion. Ideal candidates will have a strong quantitative background and proven performance in trading.

Qualifications

• Experience in systematic trading strategy development, ideally in medium-frequency trading.
• Demonstrated outstanding performance with a live track record (2+ Sharpe ratio).
• Strong interest in commodities and ability to work within a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage medium-frequency trading strategies generating new alpha.
• Process signals and manage risk in compliance with trading guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Quantitative Research

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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, 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:

• Years of 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.