MENA Equities Quantitative Researcher
at Winton
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- Compensation
- Not specified
- City
- Abu Dhabi, London
- Country
- United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
Currency: Not specified
The role involves conducting quantitative research focused on MENA equities, developing and operating equities strategies in collaboration with portfolio managers and technologists. The candidate will initially work in London before relocating to Abu Dhabi.
Location: MENA Equities Quantitative Researcher
MENA Equities Quantitative Researcher
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
We are seeking a highly motivated quantitative researcher to join our Investment Management & Research group, focussing on MENA Equities. You will play a key role in researching, developing and operating our equities strategies in the region, partnering with portfolio managers, researchers, and technology to build and optimise the full strategy lifecycle – from research and back testing to live trading and risk management.
You will spend an initial period of approximately 6 months working in our London office before relocating to our office in Abu Dhabi.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conduct in-depth research to identify alpha-generating strategies in MENA equity markets
- Research and back test systematic trading signals
- Collaborate closely with portfolio managers, researchers and technologists to develop trading infrastructure and strategies
- Monitor, analyse and report on strategy performance
What we are looking for:
- 3+ years of experience working in a systematic equity trading environment
- Proficiency in data analysis and programming, preferably using Python and key libraries such as Pandas and NumPy
- Exceptional understanding of signal research and portfolio construction
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a distributed and collaborative research environment.
Equal Opportunity Workplace
Our recruitment process
Our assessment and selection processes are aimed at you showcasing your abilities rather than passing arbitrary tests. They are designed according to the requirements of our teams to identify the skills and attributes we seek. A member of our recruitment team will work with you throughout the process, guiding you at each stage.
Application
Your application will be viewed by a member of our Human Capital team.
Video and onsite Interviews
We will invite you to our offices for interviews with individuals from inside and outside the team you will join.
Phone Interview
Your background and suitability for the role will be assessed by a member of our Human Capital team.
Offer
A member of our recruitment team will talk you through the offer details including compensation, benefits, role responsibilities and future career paths.
Assessment
You may be asked to complete a technical assessment and/or case study.
