Quantitative Trader | Researcher | EMEA
A globally established proprietary trading firm is hiring Quantitative Traders and Researchers to join its high-performance teams across EMEA. The firm is known for its long-standing presence in algorithmic and electronic markets and continues to expand its trading capabilities with a focus on mid- and high-frequency strategies.
This opportunity is ideal for those who want to take ownership of strategy design and deployment, backed by best-in-class technology and deep resources.
As a Quantitative Trader/Researcher, you’ll work in a collaborative environment where researchers, traders, and engineers build strategies from the ground up. You’ll have access to an advanced in-house infrastructure designed for rapid research, testing, and execution. The role combines research innovation, quantitative modelling, and practical trading application.
Your Responsibilities
- Design and implement data-driven trading strategies in global electronic markets
- Conduct deep research into market structure and trading behaviours to identify alpha
- Analyse large datasets to uncover actionable signals and inefficiencies
- Develop robust tools for data processing, model evaluation, and performance tracking
- Enhance internal libraries and simulation environments for strategy testing
- Work cross-functionally with engineering to optimise performance and deployment
Your Background
- Degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) in Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Engineering or a related quantitative field
- Experience in systematic trading or research is beneficial, though not essential
- Strong grounding in statistics, linear algebra, probability, and time series analysis
- Hands-on experience working with large datasets (e.g., tick-level data or alternative data sources)
- Familiarity with predictive modelling, alpha generation, and signal validation
- Proficiency in Python and/or C++
- Knowledge of market microstructure is a plus
What’s on Offer
- The chance to work on a world-class trading platform with low-latency infrastructure
- Opportunities to operate autonomously while being supported by centralised resources
- Dynamic and intellectually stimulating environment with low bureaucracy
- Collaborative and inclusive team culture focused on performance and innovation
Perks & Benefits
- Highly competitive compensation and performance bonus
- Generous leave policy and flexibility to support work-life balance
- Hybrid working arrangements available across EMEA locations
- Daily meals and snacks provided in office
- Wellness support, gym reimbursement, and team fitness events
- Regular social gatherings, professional development, and training opportunities
- Global network of colleagues across research, trading, and technology