Senior Quantitative Analyst (M/F)

LHH is currently recruiting for a Senior Quantitative Analyst role within one of the leading asset management firms specializing in absolute return and hedge fund strategies.

This role offers a unique and dynamic opportunity for a Desk Quant/Strat to provide in-depth support to the Trading Desks, with a focus on market understanding, risk analysis, and the development of trading tools.

Responsibilities:

• Day-to-Day Trading Desk Support : Provide immediate support to the trading desks by assisting in understanding risk and PnL dynamics.
• Trading Tools Development & Maintenance : Design, build, and maintain advanced trading tools in Excel, Python, and other programming languages to assist Traders in their daily operations.
• Core Analytics Library Enhancement : Contribute to the growth and optimization of the core analytics library, making enhancements to ensure its relevance and performance for ongoing trading activities.
• Collaboration with Traders : Work directly with Interest Rate, FX, and Credit Traders to gain insights into their strategies, assist with risk management, and provide actionable trading data and tools.
• Risk and PnL Analysis : Assist the trading team in understanding the drivers of risk and PnL by analyzing trading activity and recommending improvements or adjustments.
• Regular Dialogue with Risk Managers : Foster ongoing communication with risk management teams to ensure tools and models align with risk parameters and current market conditions.
• Exposure to Different Asset Classes : Focus primarily on Rates and FX markets, with occasional exposure to Credit and Equity, allowing for a broad understanding of various market dynamics.
• Implementing Latest Market Technologies : Research and stay updated on the latest technologies, market trends, and trading strategies, incorporating these into the tools and processes used by the trading team.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration : Collaborate with various departments within the organization, including Operations, Risk, and Technology teams, to ensure that trading tools and strategies are integrated across the business.
• Market Data and Analysis : Regularly source and analyze market data, making sure it’s accurate, timely, and leveraged for trading and strategic decisions.
• Adaptation to New Technologies : Implement and adapt emerging technologies that can enhance trading strategies, improve risk analysis, or streamline operations.
• Deputizing for Head of Quant Analysis : Step in and take charge of Quant Analysis tasks when the Head of Quant Analysis is unavailable, ensuring the smooth running of the team and the timely execution of key initiatives.

Profile:

• 5-10 years of hands-on experience as a Front Office Quant/Strat, supporting trading desks and delivering quantitative insights.
• Strong knowledge and a genuine passion for Interest Rate and/or FX markets, with a solid understanding of market behavior and trading strategies.
• A good degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, etc.), demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Python, with experience in developing trading tools and performing complex data analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel/VBA for financial modeling, analysis, and automation of tasks within trading systems.
• Strong coding experience in C++, with the ability to contribute to and enhance core analytics libraries.
• Familiarity with Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques to enhance trading strategies and risk management.
• Experience with SQL for managing and querying large datasets in a database environment.

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