Sports Trading Quantitative Analyst

Overview

Excellent opportunity for a Quantitative Analyst who is passionate about sports to join an excellent client's team based in central London. The successful Quantitative Analyst will join a small but very talented team and will be expected to interpret, filter, and analyse very large data sets whilst working closely with other analysts and developers. The successful Quantitative Analyst will be a forward-thinking individual who is more than comfortable working to both their own initiative and as a team. You will ideally be educated to at least MSc in a quantitative subject such as Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or Physics and any knowledge with sports betting/trading would be beneficial. This is an office-based role and as well as very competitive salaries, our client offers an excellent working environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret, filter, and analyse very large data sets whilst working closely with other analysts and developers.
• Work independently and as part of a small, talented team.

Qualifications

• MSc (or higher) in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or Physics (or equivalent).
• Proficiency in several of the following: Python, C#, C++, Java.
• Mathematical modelling; strong understanding of probabilities and statistics.
• Analytic mindset; strong communication skills; accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience in data science.
• Interest in sports (ideally football or cricket).
• Knowledge of sports betting/trading would be beneficial.

How to apply

If you feel you have the skills and experience required for this opportunity, please contact Oliver Wilson at

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.