Job Description
Sub-Portfolio Manager – Systematic Equities / Futures | Tier-One Quantitative Hedge Fund
Location – New York or Other Global Offices
Description:
Our client is a tier-one global quantitative hedge fund with an exceptional reputation for systematic investing, research excellence and technological innovation. The firm combines world-class quantitative talent with sophisticated infrastructure to develop and deploy strategies across global financial markets.
The firm is looking to hire Sub-Portfolio Managers specialising in systematic equities or futures, with a focus on medium-frequency trading, to join an established investment team.
The Opportunity:
This is an opportunity to join a high-calibre systematic investment team, working alongside experienced portfolio managers within a highly collaborative, research-driven environment. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to develop differentiated alpha strategies, take ownership of research and contribute directly to portfolio performance.
The mandate is open to both equities and futures specialists, with an emphasis on candidates who combine strong quantitative research capabilities with a demonstrable ability to generate and implement profitable trading ideas.
Key Responsibilities:
Research and develop systematic strategies across equities or futures at medium frequency.
Identify new sources of alpha through statistical modelling, empirical research and market analysis.
Develop, test and refine predictive signals and quantitative trading models.
Contribute to portfolio construction, risk management and strategy optimisation.
Work closely with portfolio managers, researchers and engineers to deploy and improve live strategies.
Ideal Candidate:
Experience within a leading systematic hedge fund or top-tier quantitative trading firm.
Background in systematic equities or futures, ideally at medium frequency.
Strong quantitative and programming skills, particularly in Python, C++ or similar languages.
Demonstrable ability to develop predictive signals and translate research into live trading strategies.
Strong understanding of portfolio construction, risk management and performance attribution.
Collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity and a track record of high-quality research.
What’s on Offer:
A role within a tier-one global systematic investment platform.
Access to exceptional quantitative talent, advanced technology and extensive research infrastructure.
Direct collaboration with an established investment team and scope to develop new strategies.
Opportunities in New York or other global offices, subject to team requirements.