Quantitative Researcher in Greater London

Job description

Role: Quantitative Researcher (Credit, Bonds, Equities, Rates)

Location: London, New York

Industry: Hedge Funds

Travel: Hybrid

Overview:

A leading global quantitative investment manager is seeking a skilled Quantitative Researcher (Python) to join their London or New York team. You will work as a desk-facing developer within global multi-asset arbitrage operations in a dynamic, evolving environment. The role requires strong technical expertise, the ability to collaborate across trading teams, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct technical support to systematic trading desks.
• Develop, optimize, and maintain Python-based trading and research tools.
• Build valuation tools and screeners to enhance trading and idea filtration.
• Test and implement trading strategies, performing ad hoc research and analysis.
• Collaborate with traders, researchers, and developers to integrate vendor models and datasets.
• Contribute to the buildout of systematic credit, convertible bonds, and securitized products analytics.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve efficiency.

Experience:

• Advanced Python programming expertise (required); C++ experience a plus.
• Master’s degree or PhD in a quantitative discipline (math, physics, engineering, computational finance, etc.).
• Proven experience as a researcher or developer within a quant group at a hedge fund or investment bank.
• Experience with alpha research, signal generation, or building trading tools is highly desirable.
• Excellent organizational skills; able to manage multiple concurrent projects and shifting priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to document models and tools effectively.

Compensation:

Salary and benefits are highly competitive.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

27-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English