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The Role:
- Conduct end-to-end systematic volatility research , from alpha signal generation to execution optimization.
- Develop, backtest, and refine volatility-based trading strategies across asset classes.
- Work closely with traders and PMs to optimize execution and post-trade performance.
- Utilize advanced quantitative techniques and statistical models to enhance trading efficiency.
- Leverage large datasets, machine learning, and quantitative methods to uncover new opportunities.
Requirements:
- Prior experience in volatility research within a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or systematic trading desk.
- Hands-on systematic research expertise in volatility markets—this is a pure quant role.
- Strong programming skills (Python, C++, or similar) for research, modeling, and execution analytics.
- London-based or willing to relocate.
- Exposure to execution and post-trade analysis is a strong plus.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a researcher with deep systematic volatility expertise to have a direct impact on strategy performance in a highly sophisticated environment.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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