Quant Analyst / Trader – Ultra High-Freq – Above Market Rate Compensation – LDN & NY recruitment

 This position involves:

• Quantitative research

• Software development

• On-going enhancements of quantitative trading strategies.

The successful candidate will be involved in analysis with respect to mathematical and financial theory, creation of research / plans, cleaning and processing of data, performing modelling, evaluation, and simulations.

This is an exceptional opportunity for your career with above market compensation tied to individual and business performance.

Requirements:

• Extensive Knowledge of computer science: algorithms, data structures etc

• Experience in financial services and/or statistical arbitrage is a plus but not required

• PhD and Post PhD experience highly valued

• Interest in applying mathematical and scientific techniques to the trading process

• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and work well in a team environment

• Good knowledge of  C++ and R is preferred.

This is genuinely a fantastic opportunity to join an already budding firm a few years ahead of the market. If you want to progress your career within an exciting, challenging and niche business area then this could be a very good stage for you to perform on.

If you would be interested in discussing this further, please send a CV and a paragraph detailing your suitability to Sammy @ skhelil@westbourne-partners.com