Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international systematic trading firm seeks a mid-level Quantitative Researcher/Trader in Lincoln. The candidate will design and implement trading strategies, impacting business directly while working on projects involving alpha research and risk management. An advanced degree and quantitative skills are essential for this high-impact role.

Benefits

PnL share for bonuses

Competitive base salary

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in systematic trading.
• Programming experience in C++, C#, Python or similar.
• Experience as an alpha researcher in equities/stat-arb.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement systematic trading strategies.
• Work alongside professionals on alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction.
• Focus on US equities intraday trading.

Skills

Statistical Analysis

Programming

Alpha Research

Risk Management

Portfolio Construction

Education

Advanced degree in a quantitative subject

PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering

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Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb, Lincoln

Client:

Radley James

Location:

Lincoln, 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 to hire a talented mid-level statistical arbitrage quantitative researcher/trader in London. The role involves 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 will be 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 in equities/stat-arb
• Non-compete clauses 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!