Quantitative Researcher - Graduate: 2027

Location: London, United Kingdom; office-based

Company

Global quantitative trading firm developing systematic trading strategies through scientific research, machine learning, and advanced technology.

What you will do

• Develop and refine quantitative trading strategies.
• Conceptualize research problems and build mathematical models from large datasets.
• Perform strategy back-testing, iteration, implementation, and monitoring.
• Participate in hands-on trading games and quantitative research projects.
• Collaborate with traders, engineers, and other quantitative researchers.

Requirements

• Recent or upcoming research master’s or PhD graduate, or post-doc, in a quantitative discipline.
• Availability to join the graduate programme in June 2027.
• Research-minded, analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable interpreting data.
• Strong mathematical modelling and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear communication and collaborative working skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Industry-focused education programme covering options pricing, machine learning, data analysis techniques, and game theory.
• Non-hierarchical, casual, and collaborative working culture.
• Competitive compensation package.
• London city-centre office with free onsite catering, a games room, and dedicated education space.

Hiring process

• Quantitative research hiring is conducted on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.