Senior Quantitative Researcher Opportunity - London/Paris/Dubai

Selby Jennings
London
1 year ago
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A leading hedge fund with over £5 billion in AUM is seeking a senior quantitative researcher to head its mid-frequency equity trading initiatives. This role comes with high responsibility, as the successful candidate will drive strategy development, oversee portfolio execution, and manage significant portions of the equity book. Reporting directly to senior leadership and collaborating closely with the PM, this position provides a unique opportunity to shape the fund's mid-frequency equity strategy and deliver impactful results.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the development and refinement of mid-frequency trading models to generate alpha in equity markets.
- Conduct research to identify and validate new trading signals and opportunities through statistical analysis, large datasets, and machine learning.
- Perform extensive backtesting and forward testing to ensure model robustness and adaptability in different market conditions.
- Collaborate with the PM and senior team members to implement and execute trading strategies effectively.
- Continuously monitor, assess, and adjust strategies to optimize performance and manage risk.

Requirements:

- Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, etc.).
- Proven experience leading mid-frequency trading strategies within equity markets.
- High proficiency in programming (Python, R, or similar), with a focus on algorithmic development and data analysis.
- Strong expertise in statistical modelling, machine learning, and managing large datasets.
- Deep knowledge of market microstructure, risk management, and performance attribution relevant to mid-frequency trading.
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