Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb

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

Job summary

A leading international systematic trading firm in Liverpool is looking to hire a mid-level Quantitative Researcher/Trader specializing in statistical arbitrage. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects related to alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction while collaborating with experienced professionals in the field. The company welcomes relocated candidates worldwide.

Benefits

PnL share for bonuses

Competitive base salary

Relocation assistance for candidates

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in statistical arbitrage.
• Experience as an alpha researcher in equities.
• Programming experience in one major language.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and implementing systematic trading strategies.
• Collaborating on projects including alpha research and risk management.
• Involvement in US equities intraday trading.

Skills

Statistical Arbitrage

Alpha Research

Risk Management

Programming (C++, C#, Python)

Data Analysis

Education

Advanced degree in a quantitative field

PhD (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering)

Job description

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Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb, Liverpool

Client:

Radley James

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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 Liverpool to assist in designing, developing, and implementing systematic trading strategies. You will collaborate with experienced professionals on projects including alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction, with the opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the business. This role involves US equities intraday trading.

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field 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 agreements of less than 12 months
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in this area

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 worldwide!