Quantitative Researcher - Systematic Macro

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hedge fund is hiring a Quantitative Researcher specializing in Systematic Macro in Wakefield. This role involves designing and optimizing trading strategies and collaborating with a talented team. Ideal candidates will have advanced degrees in quantitative fields and strong experience in macro trading. This position allows for significant innovation and impact in the quantitative trading domain.

Qualifications

• Advanced academic qualifications required.
• Experience in developing high-performing trading strategies.
• Proficient in programming, particularly Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies.
• Develop innovative trading products to enhance risk-adjusted returns.
• Assess and refine strategies aligning with market conditions.

Skills

Quantitative Trading

Algorithm Design

Python

Machine Learning

Education

Master's/PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Computer Science

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06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Quantitative Researcher – Systematic Macro

A world-renowned hedge fund is seeking an experienced Quantitative Researcher to join their Systematic macro team. This role will focus on systematic trading, with responsibility for the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced trading strategies. You will collaborate with a highly skilled team of researchers and engineers, driving continuous performance improvements and leading innovation in quantitative trading.

Responsibilities:

• Explore and deploy innovative trading products and strategies to diversify portfolios and enhance risk-adjusted returns
• Design, implement, and optimize mid-frequency algorithmic trading strategies.
• Regularly assess and refine strategies to ensure they remain aligned with evolving market conditions and operational objectives.
• Work closely with leading quantitative researchers and engineers to improve existing strategies and identify new trading opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Advanced academic qualifications (Master's/PhD) in a quantitative field, such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in generating alpha and developing high-performing signals within macro markets.
• Strong background in quantitative trading, with specific expertise in mid-frequency macro strategies.
• Extensive proficiency in programming languages including Python
• Deep expertise in machine learning techniques and tools, with a focus on their application in strategy development and optimisation.

This position offers an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned quantitative researcher to make a significant impact within the systematic macro markets. If you are driven by the pursuit of innovation in algorithmic trading and are looking for a challenging, high-impact role, we invite you to apply.