Quantitative Researcher - PM Analytics

Job description: Quantitative Researcher - PM Analytics

Tasks

• Working with and analyzing large amounts of data
• Conducting research on transformative data to ultimately improve investment performance
• Developing tools, content and automation technologies
• Replicating and building domain expertise from AIC, estimating and leveraging it effectively to generate cross-functional insights and synergies

Requirements

Essential

• Experience in a high-level language, e.g. Python, Matlab
• Excellent analytical skills; recognized by colleagues as an expert in your field
• Deep understanding of statistics and ability to apply them to real-world problems
• Familiarity with analyzing and interpreting data
• Easy handling of large amounts of data
• Understanding of risk management techniques and portfolio risk modeling

Advantages

• 5+ years of experience in an investment bank or similar firm
• Experience in analyzing/managing complex risks
• Experience in portfolio management, systematic trading, GS experience
• C++, Java, C++ or similar programming background
• Experience with machine learning libraries such as Tensorflow

Personal characteristics

• Strong academic background and a degree with high mathematical, statistical and computational content, e.g. mathematics, computer science, engineering, economics or physics from a leading university
• A strong interest in and knowledge of financial markets
• Shows careful attention to detail
• A strong interest in technology with a strong passion for data analysis
• Tends to be proactive with an analytical approach to problem solving and a positive attitude
• Self-organizing with the ability to prioritize and manage time across multiple projects and meet business needs and priorities
• Self-motivated with the ability to maintain a strong working relationship with quantitative researchers, technologists, traders and senior business people
• Confident communication: able to argue a point precisely and positively with conflicting views

We offer

• A performance-oriented, meritocratic culture with a small company, without bureaucratic structures
• A flat, open, transparent and collaborative structure that offers numerous opportunities for growth and influence
• Collaboration with the research and trade community and numerous industry experts
• A fantastic, open-plan office with a view of the Thames
• A fully flexible working model
• An onsite nursery with a selection of nutritious and balanced foods tailored to different dietary requirements
• Onsite gym and showers
• PCs and Macs in the office