Systematic Rates Quant/Alpha Researcher - Hedge Fund - London

eFinancialCareers; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Supporting a Portfolio Manager, the quantitative researcher/strategist will have optics into the entire investment process, developing systematic interest rates strategies to be used in a bond RV trading environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with, and contribute to, the Portfolio Manager's outlook and theses through in-depth analysis and research of systematic strategies;
2. Employ statistical & quantitative approaches to complete assignments;
3. Work with quant research team to develop analytical models and tools;

The successful candidate should possess:

1. A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Finance, Math, Sciences or Statistics required.
2. A minimum of 2+ years relevant experience. While experience at a leading buy-side firm is strongly preferred, outstanding candidates from investment banks are also encouraged to apply.
3. Proven experience within a systematic/quantitative driven fund or within a multi-strategy firm.
4. In-depth expertise of global financial markets and products, experience with interest rates is essential (govt bonds would be preferred).
5. A high degree of technical aptitude with advanced programming skills in Python being essential.
6. Outstanding written and verbal presentation skills, with the ability to operate seamlessly between quant and investment professionals.

For more information and a conversation in confidence please apply with your CV.