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.