MENA Equities Quantitative Researcher

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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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.

Responsibilities:

  • 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’re 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
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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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.