Quantitative Researcher - Equities

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.