Senior Quant Trader - Equities

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global trading firm is looking for a Senior Quant Execution Trader in Basildon. This role involves optimizing execution strategies and driving trading performance across equities markets, with collaboration across teams and cutting-edge technology integration. An ideal candidate will have strong algorithmic trading skills and a strategic mindset focused on execution optimization.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and strong career growth potential

Access to cutting-edge trading technology

Work with a globally recognized trading firm

Qualifications

• Experience in algorithmic execution and trading.
• Expertise in equities markets and execution strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine execution algorithms for equities trading.
• Conduct transaction cost analysis to enhance trading performance.
• Collaborate with researchers to improve execution infrastructure.

Skills

Market microstructure

Execution algorithms

Transaction cost analysis (TCA)

Programming in Python

High-frequency trading (HFT)

Equities markets

Order flow dynamics

Liquidity provisioning

Analytical mindset

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Client:

CW Talent Solutions

Location:

basildon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Quant Execution Trader – Equities - London

CW Talent Solutions is partnering with a leading global trading firm to hire an experienced Senior Quant Execution Trader to optimize execution strategies and drive trading performance across equities markets. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of quantitative research, execution strategy, and technology in a cutting-edge trading environment.

The Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Quant Execution Trader with a strong background in algorithmic execution. You’ll work closely with quants, traders, and developers to refine trading strategies and enhance execution performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and refine execution algorithms for equities trading
• Optimize market impact models and execution strategies to reduce slippage
• Conduct transaction cost analysis (TCA) to enhance trading performance
• Collaborate with developers and researchers to improve execution infrastructure
• Engage with exchanges, brokers, and liquidity providers to enhance access to liquidity
• Leverage quantitative models to drive best execution and trade efficiency

Preferred Experience:

• Expertise in market microstructure, execution algorithms, and TCA
• Strong programming skills in Python
• Experience with high-frequency trading (HFT) or systematic execution strategies
• Deep understanding of equities markets, order flow dynamics, and liquidity provisioning
• Strategic, analytical mindset with a passion for execution optimization

What’s in it for you?

• A chance to lead and innovate in quant execution trading
• Competitive compensation and strong career growth potential
• Access to cutting-edge trading technology and a collaborative quant team
• Work with a globally recognized trading firm at the forefront of execution innovation

Why Choose Us?

Our client is an industry leader in quant execution and algorithmic trading, known for its technological edge and advanced research infrastructure. If you're ready to take execution trading to the next level, this is your opportunity.