Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international systematic trading firm is seeking a mid-level Quantitative Researcher/Trader in Maidstone. The role involves the design and implementation of trading strategies, collaborating on alpha research, and managing risk, with a competitive salary and possible relocation opportunities available.

Benefits

Profit and Loss Share Bonus

Relocation opportunities for international applicants

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in quantitative research/trading.
• Experience as an alpha researcher in equities/stat-arb.
• Experience working with large data sets.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Statistical Arbitrage

Alpha Research

Risk Management

Education

Advanced degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering

PhD

Tools

C++

C#

Python

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Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb, Maidstone

Client: Radley James

Location: Maidstone, 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 London. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing systematic trading strategies. You will collaborate with experienced professionals on projects including alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction, with a direct impact on the business. This position focuses on US equities intraday trading.

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field or PhD (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, etc.)
• Programming experience in a major language (C++, C#, Python, etc.)
• Experience as an alpha researcher in equities/stat-arb
• Non-compete agreements of less than 12 months
• At least 2 years of relevant experience

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 along with a competitive base salary. We welcome applicants from around the world for relocation opportunities.