Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb

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

Job summary

A leading international systematic trading firm seeks a mid-level Quantitative Researcher/Trader in Hemel Hempstead. This role involves designing and developing trading strategies, with a focus on US equities. Candidates should have an advanced degree in a quantitative field and relevant experience in statistical arbitrage.

Benefits

PnL share for bonuses

Relocation support for candidates

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in statistical arbitrage.
• Experience as an alpha researcher from equities/stat-arb background.
• Non-compete agreements of less than 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement systematic trading strategies.
• Conduct alpha research and risk management.
• Collaborate with professionals on trading projects.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Programming

Risk management

Portfolio construction

Data analysis

Education

Advanced degree in quantitative subject

PhD in Mathematics/Physics/Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

C++

C#

Python

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Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb, Hemel Hempstead

Client:

Radley James

Location:

Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

A leading international systematic trading firm is looking for a talented mid-level statistical arbitrage quantitative researcher/trader in London to assist in designing, developing, and implementing systematic trading strategies. You will work alongside experienced professionals on projects including alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction, with direct impact on the business. The focus is on 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.)
• Experience as an alpha researcher from an equities/stat-arb background
• Non-compete agreements of less than 12 months
• At least 2 years of experience in this space

Desired Skills:

• Experience or internships in systematic alpha research
• Experience or internships in automated market making
• Experience working with large data sets

This position offers a PnL share for bonuses in addition to a competitive base salary. We are open to relocating candidates from around the world!