Quantitative Associate
Description
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We are looking for driven and avidly inquisitive individuals with a research scientist mindset, ready to challenge ideas and push through new solutions.
You’ll be embedded as a researcher within one of the Systematic Investment teams where, from day one, you’ll actively contribute to the development of our quantitative strategies.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
Based in our London office, you will be working in a research position designed for high-calibre, highly numerate individuals. We value free thinkers, and we have created a fast-paced and meritocratic environment where you will be encouraged to apply your own initiative and challenge conventional wisdom. You will be delivering on the research agenda, in addition to back testing/researching forecasts of asset returns on horizons of hours to years.
We all share a tireless drive for innovation and participants tend to be one of the top students at their university. Previous associates are now involved in creating and optimising our signature systematic trading models.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
This is 16-month scheme of structured learning where you will be part of a select cohort of associates specialising in quantitative research.
- The non-rotational nature of the scheme allows you to focus and deepen your knowledge through immediate responsibility.
- You receive daily mentoring from senior members of the Marshall Wace team, who have a matchless record of helping high performing individuals reach their true potential.
The scheme is designed expressly to offer the right blend of breadth, challenge and support to enable ambitious and exceptional individuals to develop their careers with us.
Company Information
We are a global alternative investment management company where clients come first
Our core purpose is to deliver returns for our clients who entrust their assets to our care.
We do this by placing enormous trust in our people – a diverse, talented and creative team – who each take responsibility for their part in making Marshall Wace the rigorous, disciplined and innovative company it is.
Integrity is fundamental to how we operate. It underpins how we treat our clients, our people, our investments and our communities.
We hold ourselves to high standards and aim to lead by example. We are signatory to several industry standards, including the UN supported Principles of Responsible Investing.
What are we looking for?
Candidate Qualities
Academic achievement
For the Quantitative Researcher role, we require applicants to have achieved a master’s degree as a minimum. PhD graduates are also welcome.
Strong numeracy
While we are flexible on your degree discipline, we do expect candidates to be highly numerate.
Create value
Our associates need to think critically about a range of strategic issues impacting our business.
“Shoot for the moon” ambition
We want people who think differently, love devising strategies and are focussed on optimal outcomes.
Lead the way
You need to bring innovation at all levels, be tenacious and never settle for the status quo.
Agile minds
You need to show proven ability to move seamlessly between projects, often working on multiple and diverse tasks at the same time.
What will you get?
Bonus
Free on site gym
Free staff restaurant
Full study sponsorship for any qualification
How to apply
Please click this link to apply