Quantitative Researcher

Purpose of Role:

We are looking for a talented quantitative researcher to join the team to further the use of quantitative methods within discretionary investing. The ideal candidate will contribute to the development and enhancement of discretionary investment strategies through quantitative research and innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Act as an ambassador for quant – work closely with discretionary Portfolio Managers to add value to their process through signals, modelling, data, visualisation and quant best practise.
• Work to optimise our discretionary portfolios, through an understanding of risk modelling, portfolio construction and optimisation.
• Backtest and implement signals using both traditional and alternative data sources.
• Follow industry/academic literature for innovations in quantitative strategies (and more generally) and suggest how discretionary PMs can profit from them.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and communicate complex technical concepts to a less technical generalist audience.
• Stay updated with market trends and continuously seek opportunities for improvement of existing processes and innovation using quantitative methods.

Skills / Experience:

• Knowledge/understanding of the structure and drivers of returns in financial markets
• Ideally a PhD or exceptional Masters qualification, in a quantitative subject
• Strong knowledge of Python and experience of data analysis techniques along with relevant libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy, Pandas)
• Ability to explain technical details to a less technical generalist audience
• Problem-solving mindset and creative thinking
• Detail-oriented and highly analytical
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Familiarity with credit markets is advantageous but not required

Our Culture, Values and Benefits at Man

Man Group is proud to provide the best working environment possible for all of its employees, and we are committed to equal opportunities. At Man Group we believe that a diverse workforce is a critical factor in the success of our business and this is embedded in our culture and values. There are a number of external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes that help us to attract and develop talent from diverse backgrounds and that encourage inclusion and diversity across our firm and the industry. Man Group is a Signatory of the Women in Finance Charter and the Race at Work Charter.  Man Group is also a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact Peopleoperations@man.com.  https://www.man.com/diversity

Man Group supports many charities, and global initiatives. We support professional training and development, and requests for flexible or part-time working. Employees are also offered two 'Mankind' days of paid leave per year as part of the Man Charitable Trust's community volunteering programme.

We offer comprehensive, firm-wide employee benefits including competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave.  Additional benefits are tailored to local markets and may include private medical coverage, discounted gym membership and wellbeing programmes.

Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact Peopleoperations@man.com.