Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb

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

Job summary

A leading international systematic trading firm seeks a mid-level Quantitative Researcher/Trader in Telford. This role involves the development and execution of trading strategies, with responsibilities in alpha research and risk management, targeting US equities. Candidates with advanced degrees and programming skills are encouraged to apply, with relocation options available.

Benefits

PnL share for bonuses

Competitive base salary

Relocation assistance for global candidates

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in statistical arbitrage or quantitative research.
• Experience or internships in systematic alpha research and automated market making.
• Proficient in working with large data sets.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Statistical analysis

Quantitative research

Programming

Portfolio construction

Risk management

Education

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

Tools

C++

C#

Python

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Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb, Telford

Client:

Radley James

Location:

Telford, 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, working on projects including alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction. The 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.).
• 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 field.

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 and a competitive base salary. We are open to relocating candidates worldwide!