Senior Macro Quantitative Researcher – Live Alpha & FX

Man Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm based in London is seeking a skilled trader to specialize in systematic trading of liquid futures and FX. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience and strong analytical skills, particularly in Python. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional development, including interactions with renowned academic institutions and participation in industry events.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Generous holiday allowance

Health benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience required.
• Hands-on attitude towards technology projects.
• Strong academic record essential.
• Ability to mentor junior researchers.

Responsibilities

• Trade liquid futures and FX at different frequencies.
• Analyze large data sets for investment strategies.
• Collaborate with quantitative researchers and technologists.

Skills

Researching and live trading alpha signals for futures and FX

Intraday predictor design and analysis

Portfolio construction and risk analysis

Strong coding skills, especially in Python

Handling large data sets

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or Physics

Tools

Python

Data analysis tools

Job description

A leading investment management firm based in London is seeking a skilled trader to specialize in systematic trading of liquid futures and FX. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience and strong analytical skills, particularly in Python. This position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional development, including interactions with renowned academic institutions and participation in industry events.