Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb

JR United Kingdom; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international systematic trading firm is seeking a mid-level Statistical Arbitrage Quantitative Researcher/Trader in Warrington. The role involves designing and implementing systematic trading strategies, requiring an advanced degree and significant programming experience. Candidates will work alongside experienced professionals and receive relocation assistance if needed.

Benefits

PnL share for bonuses

Relocation assistance for candidates worldwide

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline or PhD is required.
• Programming experience in C++, C#, or Python is necessary.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in statistical arbitrage.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement systematic trading strategies.
• Collaborate on projects including alpha research and risk management.
• Focus on US equities intraday trading.

Skills

Quantitative Analysis

Statistical Research

Programming in Python

Programming in C++

Experience with Large Data Sets

Education

Advanced degree in Quantitative Subject

PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering

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Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb, Warrington, Cheshire

Client: Radley James

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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 work alongside experienced professionals on projects including alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction, with a focus 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 from an equities/stat-arb background
• Non-compete clauses of less than 12 months
• At least 2 years of relevant 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. Relocation assistance is available for candidates worldwide.