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Lead Quantitative Researcher - Systematic Commodities
Algo Capital Group
Greater London
On-site
GBP 70,000 - 110,000
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a Lead Quantitative Researcher to spearhead strategy development for their commodities desk. This pivotal role involves conducting alpha research and implementing systematic strategies into production. You will lead a team of quantitative researchers, collaborating with top academic minds to optimize trading performance. If you have a strong background in systematic commodities trading and a proven track record of generating alpha, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic financial environment. Join a forward-thinking firm that values innovation and excellence in the capital markets.
Qualifications
- Experience in systematic commodities trading with a strong track record.
- Bachelor's or Master's in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Computer Science.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of QRs to optimize high-performing systematic Commodities strategies.
- Collaborate with software engineers to implement trading strategies.
Skills
systematic commodities trading
data analysis
risk management
alpha research
Education
Bachelor's degree in Mathematics
Master's degree in a quantitative field
Job description
A Multi-Billion Hedge fund is seeking an experienced QR to lead the strategy development and portfolio construction for their top-performing commodities desk. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting alpha research, identifying and evaluating potential alpha signals through rigorous data analysis and implementing backtested systematic strategies into production.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of QRs conducting alpha research to optimize and generate high-performing systematic Commodities strategies.
- Collaborate with the best academic minds in software engineering to implement trading strategies into production.
- Manage risk effectively to optimize trading performance.
- Investigate and implement new trading products and strategies.
Qualifications:
- Experience in systematic commodities trading.
- A strong track record of alpha and Sharpe of 1.5+
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related fields.
Mid-Senior level
Full-time
Finance, Engineering, and Research
Capital Markets, Financial Services, and Investment Banking
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