Exciting Opportunity: Quantitative Researcher – Equity
Location: London
Industry: Systematic Equity Strategies
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Our Client:
We are partnering with a leading global investment firm based in London, renowned for its data-driven, innovative approach to equity research. They are seeking an experienced Quantitative Researcher to join their dynamic team, focusing on systematic equity strategies. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual to contribute to cutting-edge alpha research and work with a team of like-minded experts in the field.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Quantitative Researcher, you will play a vital role in the development of alpha research for equity strategies. Your responsibilities will include:
- Alpha Research: Collaborating closely with the Senior Portfolio Manager (SPM) to drive the research agenda, with a primary focus on idea generation, data gathering, research/analysis, model implementation, and backtesting of systematic equity strategies.
- Model Development: Combining financial insights with advanced statistical learning techniques to analyze diverse datasets, build predictive models, and apply them to the investment process.
- Collaboration: Working alongside the SPM and investment team in a highly transparent environment, ensuring alignment throughout the investment lifecycle.
Required Technical Skills:
- Programming: Proficiency in Python for quantitative research, model building, and analysis.
- Academic Background: A Masters or PhD in a quantitative discipline such as Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field from a top-ranked university.
- Research Experience: Solid background in alpha research and systematic strategy development.
Desired Experience:
- Experience in Cash Equities: 3-5 years of hands-on experience in equity research, specifically in alpha research for cash equities strategies.
- Data Expertise: Demonstrated ability to analyze fundamental, event-related, and alternative datasets, integrating this information into actionable insights for strategy development.
Highly Valued Skills & Experience:
- Strong economic intuition and the ability to apply critical thinking to complex financial problems.
- Previous involvement in statistical arbitrage strategies will be considered highly advantageous.
Why Join This Team?
This role provides a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment with access to diverse datasets and cutting-edge technology. You will be part of a collaborative team focused on deploying systematic strategies that impact the global equity markets.
If you are passionate about quantitative research, systematic trading, and want to work with a firm that thrives on collaboration and innovation, we encourage you to apply!