Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international systematic trading firm seeks a mid-level Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb in Plymouth. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing trading strategies, working alongside experienced professionals in alpha research and risk management. Candidates with a strong quantitative background and programming skills are encouraged to apply, with relocation options available.

Benefits

PnL share bonuses

Competitive base salary

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a quantitative subject or PhD.
• At least 2 years of experience in statistical arbitrage trading.
• Programming experience in a major language.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Statistical arbitrage

Programming (C++, C#, Python)

Alpha research

Risk management

Portfolio construction

Education

Advanced degree in Mathematics

PhD in relevant field

Job description

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Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb, Plymouth

Client:

Radley James

Location:

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 Plymouth to assist in the design, development, and implementation of systematic trading strategies. The role involves working alongside 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 subject or PhD (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, etc.).
• Programming experience in one major language (C++, C#, Python, etc.).
• Alpha researcher with a background in equities/stat-arb.
• Non-compete agreements of less than 12 months.
• At least 2 years of experience in this field.

Desired Skills:

• Experience or internships in systematic alpha research.
• Experience or internships in automated market making.
• Experience working with large datasets.

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!