J Harlan Group is currently conducting a search for a Quantitative Trading Researcher located in London at a prominent Global Hedge Fund.

An exciting opportunity to work closely with other members of the investment community to develop and test highly automated quant trading strategies using sophisticated quantitative/statistical techniques for strategies supporting algorithmic trading. The role reports directly to the Head of Execution Trading in London.

The firm is a fast growing and dynamic investment organization that is experiencing exceptional growth and is looking for exceptional people to power its next phase of growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize valuation strategies, develop and continuously improve upon mathematical models and help translate algorithms into code
• Work closely with traders to interpret valuations and develop next generation models and analytics
• Develop core algorithms and models leading directly to trading decisions
• Provide high level technical and investment analytics support to the trade desks
• Conduct research and statistical analyses supporting Algorithmic Trading
• Evaluate and work with new financial data sources and analytics packages in developing investment strategies

The ideal candidate would have a background including:

• Advanced level degree (Ph.D. a plus) in Statistics or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Mathematics, IEOR, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to complete high level, investment related research
• Prior experience in a quantitative role within a trading environment or experience in a position applying advanced quantitative techniques in solving highly complex data intensive problems
• Strong analytical skills; experience working with and analyzing large datasets
• Strong mathematical and statistical modeling skills (i.e. time-series and cross-sectional skills) preferred
• Proficiency in coding, with experience using statistical packages (e.g. R, Matlab)
• Exposure to scripting (e.g. Python, Perl); C/C++ a plus but not required
• Familiarity with portfolio construction analytics and some exposure to quantitative portfolio management
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced team environment

We are seeking an individual who loves solving deep and complex business initiatives and wants to have an outsized impact with the products they build and deliver. An individual with a passion for investment strategies, high level of intellectual curiosity, a commitment to excellence and an unparalleled drive.

If you or anyone in your network would be interested in this opportunity, please send resume to Owain Morgan at omorgan@jharlan.com or directly contact us at (212) 792-9756

About the Client:

The firm is a leading alternative asset manager managing more than $27bn of assets with an outstanding track record of following a comprehensive, multi-strategy approach to investing and allocating capital dynamically to the most compelling opportunities and harvesting multiple sources of alpha.

They have a relentlessly focuses on innovation and integration: innovation in new products, markets and businesses as well as new tools, models and technology management and performance structures; integration of fundamental research, quantitative strategies and technical analysis, all supported by an intensive focus on operational excellence and comprehensive risk management.

They employ over 1400 talented professionals in locations around the globe across portfolio management, trading, credit, research, quantitative strategy, trading technology, investment management analysis and business management administration and strategy.

They seek candidates who are high-energy self-starters who want to join an investment management firm on the leading edge of the global markets. The management team needs individuals of the highest professional caliber who are leaders, problem solvers, analytic, detail-oriented, and entrepreneurial. Everyone at the firm works side-by-side with the firm’s senior partners in a highly collaborative and charged trading floor environment.

Successful candidates are:

• Analytic and relentless in pursuit of the right answer
• Strong communicators who excel at rapid synthesis
• Able to demonstrate sound business judgment
  • Able to digest complexity while maintaining an understanding of the “big picture” of business needs
• Team players who are energized by a collaborative enterprise

The firm’s employees maintain the highest professional and ethical standards. The firm has earned a reputation for honesty, fair dealing, and transparency in a competitive industry. They believe that these standards are the foundation for superior investment performance and are critical to delivering performance to clients.