Quantitative Trading & Research - FX Quantitative Trading - Associate

Testing Site - JPMC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase in London seeks an Associate in FX Quantitative Trading to join a global team designing and running automated trading strategies across asset classes. You will focus on pricing, risk management, and client distribution of FX market-making, implementing research in production code and supporting daily operations.

The role emphasizes quantitative methods, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive revenue and enhance trading systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or other quantitative subject.
• At least two years of industry experience or equivalent further academic study.
• Strong programming skills in C++, Java, or other object-oriented languages.
• Knowledge of probability, statistics, and experience with advanced data analysis techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Active interest in markets and quantitative trading

Responsibilities

• Produce innovative research on quantitative trading strategies.
• Use data-driven techniques and back testing to demonstrate performance improvements.
• Implement strategies in production code and enhance trading software systems.
• Optimize client pricing distribution.
• Monitor performance and resolve day-to-day trading issues.
• Collaborate with other teams to identify opportunities for revenue growth

Skills

Quantitative analysis

C++

Java

Data analysis

Communication skills

Interest in markets

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Advanced degree (Master’s/PhD) in quantitative discipline

Tools

Trading systems familiarity

Low-latency software experience

Job description

Are you passionate about quantitative trading? Join a global team where your research and development skills will directly impact our eFX market-making business. At JPMorgan Chase, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals, tackle complex challenges, and help shape the future of automated trading. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful contribution in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Discover how you can grow your career and make a difference.

Job Summary:

As an Associate in FX Quantitative Trading within Quantitative Trading & Research group, you will be part of a global team of quantitative traders responsible for designing, implementing, and running automated systematic trading strategies across asset classes. You will focus on improving the pricing, risk management, and client distribution of our FX market-making business. In this role, you will use your research and development skills to implement strategies in production code and contribute to the day-to-day running of the business.

Job Responsibilities:

• Produce innovative research on quantitative trading strategies
• Use data-driven techniques and back testing to demonstrate performance improvements
• Implement strategies in production code and enhance trading software systems
• Optimize client pricing distribution
• Monitor performance and resolve day-to-day trading issues
• Collaborate with other teams to identify opportunities for revenue growth

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, or other quantitative subject
• At least two years of industry experience or equivalent further academic study
• Strong programming skills in C++, Java, or other object-oriented languages
• Knowledge of probability, statistics, and experience with advanced data analysis techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Active interest in markets and quantitative trading

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with FX market-making or related asset classes
• Familiarity with automated trading systems
• Experience optimizing the software and infrastructure of low-latency systems
• Ability to analyze large, complex data sets using modern machine learning techniques
• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD or equivalent) in a quantitative discipline