Hedgeweek is pleased to announce the launch of a new free-to-access global jobs section on its website.
The n Hedgeweek is pleased to announce the launch of a new free-to-access global jobs section on its website. The new Hedgeweek jobs section can be found on the top-right hand side of the home page at www.hedgeweek.com Readers can post their vacancies on the site by emailing the job details to [email protected]. Please ensure that you enclose your telephone contact details and follow the format of the other vacancies posted on www.hedgeweek.com. Global Head of Derivatives Technology, C++, UNIX Innovative and extremely profitable Global Hedge Fund is looking to hire an exceptional candidate to become Global Head of Equity Derivatives IT. You will report and work directly to the Head of the Business and you will become his right-hand-man in growing both the Business and its profitability. You will manage the IT function in its entirety but still be expected to lead from the front in terms of Hands-on development (C++, UNIX, ORACLE, SYBASE). This is a hugely exciting role and the successful candidate will have unrivalled support to create a cutting edge technical environment for one of the most profitable Equity Derivative Teams in the World. Although the role is very Senior, you will still be expected to deliver immediate solutions to technical problems as they arise. We are not looking for a Senior Manager who expects to hand out orders etc., we are looking for a very dynamic technical specialist who is able (and has in-depth experience) of managing an exceptional team of Developers (some of the best in the World), but also produce cutting edge development yourself. You will manage a dynamic team of around 15. You must be an excellent hands-on team lead and be an expert C++ Developer. You must have held a similar role before within a Derivatives Function (Equity Derivatives would be ideal). Salary Package is based on a business bonus and is completely negotiable (again, you will not find better). You will not find a better opportunity to join the Business and become a key individual in its success. Please do not apply if you are not hands-on in C++. Also, the salary for this role should be a guide to the type of candidate we are looking for. This role is based in either NYC or Chicago. Salary: Up to USD 700k package, maybe more for exceptional candidates. Contact: NJF Search International Traders/Quants/Developers – High Frequency Trading Group Global Hedge Fund of considerable repute is urgently looking to recruit outstanding candidates to work as highly technical Quantitative Traders or Quantitative Researchers or Quantitative Developers to work on High Frequency Trading across all asset classes. This is to fulfil one of the fastest and most aggressive business plans this business area has ever seen. All are key roles and the successful candidates can expect to work directly with some of the worlds most dynamic and profitable Traders/Quants/Developers. These roles will suit extremely bright and successful people who are keen to become an integral and highly regarded part of a very complex trading organisation. For the developer and Quant roles, you will utilise C++ to enhance and develop additional algorithms and models for cutting-edge systems. To succeed in this role you will have a mathematical PHD (from a top school) and have a deep understanding of Financial Products (especially Fixed Income and FX). Also, for the Quant Developer role, it is also expected that you will be an expert C++ programmer (Unix) developing real-time solutions. In addition, you will have acquired excellent experience of working on and developing High Frequency Trading Systems and have good financial markets knowledge particularly in FI, although other asset classes are also welcome to apply because they are recruiting across the board). You will not find a better, more cutting-edge role anywhere. Location: Chicago, US. Salary: completely open-ended they will pay what it takes. Contact: NJF Search International Project Manager/Team Lead – Commodities, C++, UNIX Hands-on Project Manager with exceptional C++ skills is sought by Global Hedge Fund to head up a very strong technical team indeed. You will be considered an expert within both Commodities Trading and C++ Unix technical skills. This is a heavily Front Office role and you will need to be able to speak and liaise freely with some of the best Traders on the planet. You will lead a team of about 11 and you will be responsible for all Front Office related development. This is a key role and my client is only prepared to look at the very best in the Industry. Please only apply if you are still Hands-on and are working within a strong Commodities team currently. The salary will be around the USD 400k package – more if truly exceptional candidate applies. Location: New York, US. Contact: NJF Search International Quantitative Developer High Frequency Trading, C++ Global Investment Bank of considerable repute is urgently looking to recruit an outstanding Quantitative Developer to work on High Frequency Trading Systems. This is a key role and the successful candidate can expect to work directly with some of the Worlds most dynamic and profitable Traders. This role will suit a successful Quantitative Developer who is keen to become an integral and highly regarded part of a smaller but more complex Trading team. You will utilise C++ to enhance and develop additional Algorithms and models for cutting-edge systems. To succeed in this role you will have a Mathematical PHD (from a top School) and have a deep understanding of Financial products (especially Fixed Income). It is also expected that you will be an expert C++ programmer (UNIX) developing real-time solutions. In addition, you will have acquired excellent experience of working on and developing High Frequency Trading Systems for a top tier Trading group. Location: London, UK. GBP 200k-GBP450k Package depending on experience. Contact: NJF Search International Global Head of Quantitative Research Innovative and expanding Hedge Fund is looking to hire a Global Head of Quantitative Research. Your remit will encompass managing the Quantitative Research department in its entirety. This involves managing a highly skilled team of Quantitative Researchers who will be applying cutting-edge research techniques to global financial markets. This is a key hire and you will become an integral part of not only the profitability of the firm, but also to the future strategy/direction of the company as a whole. You will have an excellent academic record and will have demonstrated a broad knowledge and understanding of a variety of statistical methods including linear, non-linear and multivariate statistical methods, and time series analysis. It is expected that you will have substantial knowledge of Quantitative Investment Theory and Methods. It is important that the successful candidate will possess the Determination to develop, run and complete significant research projects that involve complex and rigorous data analysis. To comply with our ambitions, we are looking for a Senior Statistical Researcher who will be able to recruit further Analyst and direct/lead a small UK based team researching global financial markets. A PhD (in statistics, machine learning, signal processing or a connected discipline) from a leading university is paramount. It is also expected that you may (either now or in the past) have been a university lecturer within Financial Mathematics. London, City. Salary: Negotiable – no upper limit. Contact: NJF Search International Senior Interest Rate/Hybrid Quantitative Analyst As an established quantitative research professional, you will now be looking for a career move that will allow you to expand on your creative and analytical abilities within a highly regarded market leader. This European Bank is seeking this type of person to work within their Fixed Income Quantitative Research Team in London. The emphasis of this role is on creativity and the ability to interact with traders and other people within the team, as opposed pure implementation (i.e. not a C++ guru!). You should possess a good understanding of the main models for interest rate derivatives modelling as well as hybrids (IR/Equity, IR/FX), plus stochastic volatility modelling. During your career, you should have had exposure to different asset classes in the support of the Trading Desk, including all exotic IRDs and various hybrids. This role should appeal to candidates with 3-4 years exp. working within a leading Fixed Income house and a sound understanding of C++ with exceptional mathematical ability. London, UK. Salary: Package to GBP 300k depending on experience. Contact: NJF Search International Electronic Volatility Trading (EVT) Trader This role is a trading role in the Electronic Volatility Trading (EVT) group of leading Investment Bank, whose primary business is listed equity option market making. Successful candidates will have had extensive experience market making listed options electronically, and in the technologies employed to do so effectively. They will be required to innovate in respect to the trading systems in order to be considered competent in the role. Minimum Job Requirements: 3-4 years minimum experience in this specific business absolutely required. IT, Maths, Statistics, Physics, Business or Economics Degree preferable. A background in IT and/or in designing trading software a big plus. Location: New York, Chicago, London or HK. Salary: Up to USD 400k package rising to USD 1m depending on experience. Contact: NJF Search International Statistical Arbitrage Trader, High Frequency, Intraday A Global Statistical Arbitrage hedge fund is looking for an exceptional individual to help further expand their massively successful intra-day high frequency trading group. You will be creating and implementing strategies and statistical arbitrage trades from a variety of Equity/Futures based proprietary models. High frequency, automated and systematic trading experience is an absolute necessity. Strong quantitative and analytical abilities are a given. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in statistical arbitrage, index arbitrage, or systematic equity proprietary trading business. You will be expected to develop, test, and implement new strategies. Strong quantitative skills are a must and it is expected that you will be educated to at least Msc level (more likely PHD). You will not find a better group in the world. Location: Chicago, US. Salary: They offer the best in the industry. Contact: NJF Search International Senior Quantitative Strategist/Structurer/Trader Senior Quantitative Strategist/Structurer/Trader sought by Global Hedge Fund to be responsible for all interest rate vanilla strategies (swaps, options, cash etc). This is an extremely important role and our client is only looking to hire exceptional candidates who have in-depth experience of Strategies, Trading and Quantitative Research. To succeed in this role, it is paramount that you will be considered a vital component to strategy/trading activity in your current firm/Hedge Fund. The role will encompass all aspects of quantitative spin and you will be expected to develop trading strategies and be able to implement them. Inevitably, you must be currently working within an impressive Arbitrage Group and be looking to embark on what will be the defining moment of your career. You will have a in-depth mathematical background and will be looking for an all-encompassing role. It is expected that you will have acquired around 3 or 4 years experience. Location: Chicago, New York or London. Salary: Up to USD 2m guarantee, two year guarantee available. Contact: NJF Search International Global Head of Quantitative Development, PhD, C++ Major Investment Bank’s Quantitative Financial Development Group is looking for a Global Head of Quantitative Development to lead and manage the group in researching, developing, and enhancing models for Option Valuation in Fixed Income, Mortgage, Equity, Foreign Exchange, and other markets. This is an extremely Senior hire and the position requires at least 7 years of experience in researching, developing and designing Derivative Valuation software, including current experience of leading a Quantitative Development team. The candidate must have a strong background in C/C++/Unix and have significant experience with numerical methods and have experience in Option Valuation. You will have expert knowledge of Mathematical Finance and have excellent Quantitative Development skills. A PhD in Math, Finance, Physics or Computer Science is required. Location: New York, US. Salary: USD 450k-USD 700k Package depending on experience. Contact: NJF Search International FX/Derivatives Quantitative Strategist Leading European Hedge Fund is currently looking to recruit an Senior FX/Derivatives Quantitative Strategist to join a hugely successful Derivatives Research team. Your remit will include enhancing and developing systematic trading strategies within the FX/Derivative market. You will work very closely with the trading team to improve execution efficiency and to identify new market opportunities. It is paramount that you have at least three years experience within a Quantitative financial trading environment and have outstanding knowledge of global FX and Interest Rate products. Similarly, you must have extensive experience of developing successful trading strategies. Only candidates with impeccable academic achievements will be interviewed by our client – PHD is mandatory. Location: London, UK. Salary completely negotiable with no upper limit. Package in the region of GBP 100-300k depending on experience. Contact: NJF Search International Â
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Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)207 604 4444
Closing Date: 30-09-2004
