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Quantitative Researcher/Trader Stat Arb

Radley James

Greater London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

12 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a mid-level statistical arbitrage quantitative researcher/trader to join their dynamic team in London. This exciting role involves designing and implementing systematic trading strategies with a focus on US equities intraday trading. You will collaborate with experienced professionals on impactful projects in alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction. The firm offers a competitive base salary along with performance-based bonuses, and they are open to relocating talent from around the globe. If you are passionate about quantitative finance and eager to make a significant contribution, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree or PhD in a quantitative field is essential.
  • 2+ years of experience in statistical arbitrage or related areas.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement systematic trading strategies.
  • Collaborate with professionals on alpha research and risk management.

Skills

Statistical Analysis

Programming (C++, C#, Python)

Alpha Research

Risk Management

Portfolio Construction

Education

Advanced Degree in Quantitative Subject

PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering

Job description

A leading international systematic trading firm is looking to bring on a talented mid level statistical arbitrage quantitative researcher/trader in London to help in the design, development, and implementation of systematic trading strategies. You’ll be working alongside experienced industry professionals on projects including alpha research, risk management, and portfolio construction, and will have the chance to see the direct impact of your work on the business. This will be US equities intraday trading.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Advanced degree in a quantitative subject or PhD (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering etc.).
  • Programming experience in one major language (C++, C#, Python etc.).
  • Alpha researcher from an equities/stat-arb background
  • Non competes of less than 12 months
  • At least 2 years working within this space

Desired Skills:

  • Prior experience or internships in systematic alpha research is beneficial.
  • Prior experience or internships in automated market making is beneficial.
  • Experience working with large data sets.

This position will allow you to get a PnL cut for bonuses in addition to a top base salary. Happy to relocate people from around the world!

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance, Information Technology, and Research

Industries

Financial Services, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Investment Banking

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