Global ETF Quantitative Trader | Buy Side

Operating as part of the Phaidon International group, Selby Jennings, is a multi-award winning global recruitment organisation focused on servicing the banking industry.

The vacancy that they are looking to fill at the moment is a Vice President level role on their trading desk doing quantitative research, and implementation alongside senior developers and traders alike. This firm offers the ideal scenario for anyone who is looking for a challenging role that will expose them to a dynamic team environment and opportunity for career progression.

• Systematic and quantitative research and development of higher frequency trading strategies, including market making
• Research and implementation of new data into developmental strategies
• Back testing and understanding of strategies including abstractions and requirements
• Market microstructure research and alpha signal research
• Collaboration between team members in order to drive productivity and facilitate innovative ideas

• 3+ years of experience in a related field
• Exceptional programming and quantitative skills
• Strong programming skills in various languages
• Masters degree in a computational field, Ph.D preferred
• Drive to succeed and see results