Anson McCade
Junior Quantitative Researcher

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Junior Quantitative Researcher
My client is a leading quantitative hedge fund which engages in systematic, process-driven proprietary trading. They are seeking to expand their already successful team, utilizing their world class infrastructure to eliminate market inefficiencies across various markets and asset classes across high and medium frequencies. The team has an extensive history of success, and is looking to expand this with a new Junior Quantitative Researcher.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a new graduate or someone with a year or so experience to take the next step in their career – with the flat organizational structure and meaningful autonomy given by this client, it will give the Quantitative Researcher the opportunity to build something of their own.
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StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
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You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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Overview of the Junior Quantitative Researcher position:
- Research and implement strategies within the firm’s quantitative trading framework.
- Apply and advance state-of-the-art machine learning and statistical techniques.
- Collaborate with trading teams on complex research projects.
- Conduct high-impact, original research with long-term strategic value to the firm.
- Explore and integrate novel datasets, including alternative and non-traditional data sources.
Candidate Profile:
- Has a quantitative background – candidates with a PhD or Masters in Mathematics preferred; candidates with a background in Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics will also be considered.
- Strong programming skills (at least one of Python, C++, or similar).
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research utilizing large datasets.


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The Ideal Junior Quantitative Researcher:
- Exceptional communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues based around the world.
- Intellectually curious with a long term-research mindset.
- Will have the ability to work well under pressure.
Compensation
- Highly competitive base salary
- Strong performance-based bonus
- Long-term upside tied directly to your team’s results.
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