eFX Alpha Quant Trader, Vice President Greater London, United Kingdom Area

The Company is seeking an eFX Alpha Quant Trader, Vice President to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and enhancing a suite of alpha strategies, with a focus on developing and deploying systematic trading strategies that deliver robust returns. This role is pivotal in the company's eFX trading business, which is experiencing significant growth and is at the forefront of the market. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in a quantitative discipline, with a preference for those up to the PhD level, and a proven track record in the development of trading models. Experience in machine learning and artificial intelligence is a plus, as is the ability to work with a range of time horizons and asset classes. Key responsibilities for the eFX Alpha Quant Trader include the creation of profitable trading signals, the identification of new P&L opportunities using various data sources, and the full research cycle from prototype to production. The role demands a creative and analytical thinker, capable of complementing technical analysis with market insights, and a collaborative team player with a desire to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment. The company values individuals who are motivated by complex problems, have a healthy skepticism about in-sample results, and are adept at investigating and implementing robust, parsimonious models. The role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the capital markets industry and to be part of a team that is dedicated to enhancing and preserving client portfolio values through the application of technology and optimized trading strategies.

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