Front Office Quantitative Algorithmic Software Developer required – Leading Hedge Fund, W1, London – £80k + Package recruitment
Montash is currently working with a leading Hedge Fund, and are looking to source an experience Quantitative Developer to join their market leading team.
This firm is one of the best established in the industry. They lead the way in the algorithmic trading space, and have developed an exceptional reputation across all major financial centres.
They trade on both a discretionary and algorithmic basis, but this role will sit firmly within the algo/quant trading space. The successful individual will be working as part of a collaborative team, consisting of quants and developers. The strategies developed focus across a number of different asset classes, and there will be exposure to all of these.
The ideal candidate will have excellent development skills (in any OO language), but will also have a strong grounding in the quantitative space. Excellent interpersonal skills are also essential. This is a very research driven, collaborative group, so team working is going to be integral.
The role will work on systems and applications that span both front and middle office. There will be constant interaction with the traders, working on ad hoc projects as well as long term, strategic initiatives. There is a huge focus on innovation and diversity from the industry norm, so they welcome applicants from different career paths.
To summarise, the core requirements for this position are:
• Excellent OO development skills. Java, C++, C#
• Strong quantitative skills
• Track record of delivering high quality software solutions
• Excellent academic track record. Degree level education
• Strong team work skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Permission to live and work in the UK
Out of industry candidates are welcome to apply, finance experience is definitely not essential.
In return for this, there is an exceptional package on offer. The exact figures will be entirely dependent upon each specific candidate and their compensation level to date, combined with the skills that they can bring to the table. There will be a strong base salary, with a market leading bonus and flexible benefits package on top of this.
To apply, please send through a copy of your CV to edwardb@montash.com. I can then call you for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, if you have further questions please feel free to call on 0207 749 6060. All applications, conversations and correspondence will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Ref: EB/UK/BQD/9901
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