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Equity Quant Researcher Opportunity - London/Dubai


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  • Selby Jennings
  • London
  • 3 months ago
Applications closed

**Equity Quantitative Researcher**

Location: Dubai, London

I am currently working on an exciting role with a Hedge fund with >£5bln/AUM. The role has a focus on equities in the mid-frequency range. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to quickly progress to a sub-PM role taking control of some of the book.
The PM has been in the role for several years and has a proven track record spanning over 8 years. The job offers an opportunity for applicants to work closely with an experienced PM, quickly progress their career and give them the chance to work in a strong collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities:
* Develop, test, and implement quantitative models aimed at generating alpha in equity markets.
* Research and identify new trading signals and strategies using large data sets, machine learning, and statistical analysis.
* Perform in-depth back-testing and stress-testing to ensure the robustness of the models.
* Collaborate closely with the PM to develop alpha signals and execute in the market.
* Continuously monitor and refine existing strategies, identifying areas for improvement and risk mitigation.
* Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in quantitative finance, data science, and market trends to drive innovation.

Requirements:
* Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
* Proven experience in developing and deploying quantitative trading strategies, preferably within equity markets.
* Strong programming skills in Python, R for algo development and data analysis.
* Experience with machine learning, statistical modelling, and signal generation.
* Experience working with large data sets, databases, and time series data.
* Familiarity with portfolio construction, risk management, and performance attribution is a plus.

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