Senior Quant Researcher

Winton Group ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Job Description

As a senior quantitative researcher, you will be responsible for developing automated quant trading strategies using sophisticated statistical techniques. The role will entail the leadership and management of statistical modelling projects as part of our research programme and, in time, responsibility for a significant theme of work within it. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about taking a hands-on approach and collaborating with top technical talent in a collegial, meritocratic work environment characterised by teamwork and intellectual rigour. Responsibilities: * Statistical modelling of a wide range of financial and non-financial data sets * Leading research activities under the guidance of Research Directors * Delivering high quality statistical research output against our research goals * Create and test complex investment ideas and partner with our engineers to test your theories * Attending internal lectures/workshops and presenting your research for peer review * Collaboration with research colleagues Requirements: * A world-class mathematical/statistical research education (Masters/PhD) * Extensive experience in financial data analysis with a focus on a highly rigorous and technical approach to modelling * Experience of building and running systematic trading strategies * A background in statistical research for systematic investment management activities (returns forecasting, risk modelling, market impact modelling etc) * Team leadership experience is desirable * Ability to tackle in-depth research projects and communicate complex ideas clearly * Demonstrate intermediate skills in at least one programming language