High Frequency FX Systematic / Algo / Quant Prop Trader to join a high frequency team at W1 Hedge Fund recruitment

Montash Associates has been retained by a leading W1 Hedge Fund to find an experienced High Frequency FX Quant Trader to join their hugely successful London team.

The institution has a large prop business with excellent, well maintained infrastructure in place. They have a well established funding source, making it one of the most stable and top delivering firms in the City. The team are looking for a driven and ambitious individual who can think outside the box and add value to their team. Unlike many firms in this space, this team is highly collaborative with a significant focus on group idea generation and team working. You will be remunerated according to group performance as well as individual merit.  There is also scope for individuals with a proven track record that want to be set up with capital and trade alone.

Main responsibilities will include idea generation and researching of new and innovative algorithms to maximise returns. The team has a flat hierarchy and the successful individual will be given freedom to explore their own ideas in detail, along with ample resources. Our client has invested heavily in their IT and Infrastructure to ensure their platform is one of the best in the industry.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous quant trading experience of 2+ years. FX preferred, but Rates/Equities is perfectly acceptable. Proven track record required. Open to buy or sell side organisations.

• PhD (MSc will be considered) in a highly quantitative subject. This will be accompanied by a strong financial interest and knowledge

• Strong programming skills, such as experience with Java, C#/C++, R, Matlab or another similar package

• Experience of analysing large data sets

• Working knowledge of time series analysis, market microstructure, kalman filtering, particle filtering

Due to the continued success of this team, candidates can expect excellent compensation including an exceptional, industry leading bonus. Typically, the starting salary will be £130k+, and as mentioned before bonus’ will take team performance into consideration. You will also be rewarded with a generous percentage of the PnL you generate.

If you would like to apply, get more details or recommend anyone you know would be suitable for this opportunity please call in the strictest confidence on 0207 749 6060 or email me edwardb@montash.com.

Ref - EB/HFR/HF/108

This is just one of the many roles I am currently working on, so if you would like information about the other positions please send your CV through and I will call you to discuss.

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