Quantitative Equity Researcher – Asset Manager – London
Quantitative Equity Researcher – Asset Manager – London
Octavius Finance London, United Kingdom Apply now Posted 17 days ago Flexible Job Permanent Competitive
We are partnering with a leading asset manager in London to hire a Quantitative Equity Researcher with 4–8 years of experience to join their high-performing systematic investment team. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the Portfolio Manager, who also leads the fund’s quantitative strategy. The role offers a clearly defined path to portfolio management and meaningful involvement in long-term, global equity strategies, with typical holding periods of 6–12 months or more.
We are partnering with a leading asset manager in London to hire a Quantitative Equity Researcher with 4–8 years of experience to join their high-performing systematic investment team.
This is a unique opportunity to work directly with the Portfolio Manager, who also leads the fund’s quantitative strategy. The role offers a clearly defined path to portfolio management and meaningful involvement in long-term, global equity strategies, with typical holding periods of 6–12 months or more.
The successful candidate will play a key role in alpha research, strategy development, and portfolio construction, all within a collaborative and intellectually rigorous environment.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct quantitative research to identify and validate alpha signals in global equity markets.
* Contribute to the design and refinement of stock selection models and portfolio construction tools.
* Develop and support systematic strategies, including smart beta, thematic, and custom client baskets.
* Work closely with the Portfolio Manager to translate research insights into investable strategies.
* Build infrastructure to support strategy testing, implementation, and performance monitoring.
Requirements:
* 4–8 years of experience in a quantitative research role, with strong exposure to equity markets.
* A solid track record in stock selection modelling and portfolio construction.
* Proficiency in Python and SQL, with the ability to build scalable research tools.
* Excellent academic background, ideally with a MSc or strong BSc in mathematics, engineering, computer science, finance, or a related quantitative field.
* Strong communication skills and genuine interest in progressing toward a money management role.
This is a rare opportunity to join an ambitious, well-resourced investment team where your research will directly influence investment decisions and where long-term career growth is actively supported.
To apply, please send your CV in Word format to quantresearch@octaviusfinance.com
Octavius are a boutique specialist head hunting firm operating in Global financial markets. We focus on mid-senior level appointments primarily within...
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