💼 Full-Time Position

Systematic Equities Options Quant Researcher/Trader

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J.K. Barnes
📍 London, England, United Kingdom
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Location
London, United Kingdom
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Posted
June 14, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

An established multi-billion hedge fund in London is now seeking experienced Equity Derivatives trader or quantitative researcher to join a new build-out. It is a unique opportunity to be at the very foundation of the new business direction, help drive developing a trading platform, alpha signal research and actual trading.


Candidates with hands-on experience with both alpha research and money management are welcome. Background in Equity options and Systematic equities is highly beneficial.


We are looking for :

  • 3-10 years of experience on the buy-side as a PM, Sub PM, or Researcher.

  • MS / PhD in science, math, engineering, statistics, or similar.

  • A team player seeking a collaborative environment whilst acting as an individual contributor.

  • Assisting with trading equities and options along with potentially other asset classes.

  • Hands-on experience programming in Python is essential.

  • CQF preferred