Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international systematic trading firm is seeking a mid-level statistical arbitrage quantitative researcher/trader to develop and implement trading strategies. This role involves working with experienced professionals on US equities intraday trading, with opportunities for relocation and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Relocation support

Qualifications

• At least 2 years working within equities/stat-arb space.
• Programming experience in C++, C#, Python.
• Prior experience in systematic alpha research or automated market making beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement systematic trading strategies.
• Work on alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction.
• Direct impact on the business through your work.

Skills

Statistical Analysis

Programming

Data Analysis

Education

Advanced degree in a quantitative subject or PhD

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Client:

Radley James

Location:

bath, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

A leading international systematic trading firm is looking to bring on a talented mid level statistical arbitrage quantitative researcher/trader in London to help in the design, development, and implementation of systematic trading strategies. You’ll be working alongside experienced industry professionals on projects including alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction, and will have the chance to see the direct impact of your work on the business. This will be US equities intraday trading.

• Advanced degree in a quantitative subject or PhD (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering etc.).
• Programming experience in one major language (C++, C#, Python etc.).
• Alpha researcher from an equities/stat-arb background
• Non competes of less than 12 months
• At least 2 years working within this space

Desired Skills:

• Prior experience or internships in systematic alpha research is beneficial.
• Prior experience or internships in automated market making is beneficial.
• Experience working with large data sets.

This position will allow you to get a PnL cut for bonuses in addition to a top base salary. Happy to relocate people from around the world!