Quantitative Researcher - Discretionary

LGBT Great; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment management firm in London is seeking a Quantitative Researcher to support discretionary portfolio management teams. You will collaborate closely with portfolio managers, optimise portfolios, and apply quantitative methods for signal development. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in a STEM field, proficiency in Python, and at least 2 years' experience in relevant roles. This firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and emphasizes inclusion and work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive holiday entitlements

Pension/401k

Life and long-term disability coverage

Flexible working arrangements

Two annual 'Mankind' community volunteering days

Private medical coverage

Discounted gym membership

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Familiarity with market-neutral investment strategies.
• Ability to explain technical details to a less technical audience.
• Understanding of portfolio construction and optimisation.
• Experience using risk models for both equity and credit markets.
• Exceptional academic background, preferably in a STEM field.
• Strong knowledge of Python and relevant data analysis libraries.
• Proficient in Linux and version control (i.e. Git).
• Previous experience with optimisation packages is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in either a quant researcher/trader role or as a fundamental analyst.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with discretionary Portfolio Managers to add value through signal development.
• Optimise discretionary portfolios using risk modeling and portfolio construction.
• Backtest and implement signals using traditional and alternative data sources.
• Follow literature for innovations in quantitative strategies and suggest improvements.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate complex concepts to non-technical audience.
• Stay updated with market trends and seek opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Market-neutral investment strategies

Technical communication

Portfolio construction and optimisation

Risk models for equity and credit markets

Python and data analysis techniques

Linux and version control (Git)

Optimisation packages (e.g. Mosek)

Credit markets knowledge

2+ years as quant researcher/trader or fundamental analyst

Education

Degree in a STEM field

Tools

Linux

Git

Job description

About Man Group

Man Group is a global alternative investment management firm focused on pursuing outperformance for sophisticated clients via our Systematic, Discretionary and Solutions offerings. Powered by talent and advanced technology, our single and multi-manager investment strategies are underpinned by deep research and span public and private markets, across all major asset classes, with a significant focus on alternatives. Man Group takes a partnership approach to working with clients, establishing deep connections and creating tailored solutions to meet their investment goals and those of the millions of retirees and savers they represent.

Headquartered in London, we manage $213.9 billion* and operate across multiple offices globally. Man Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker EMG.LN and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index. Further information can be found at www.man.com

* As at 30 September 2025

The Team:

PM Research is a team of quantitative researchers focused on delivering high-impact research that supports discretionary portfolio management teams at Man Group. We work on a wide range of projects - including researching and implementing signals, building portfolio optimisation tools, and developing behavioural analytics - that directly shape the way in which our portfolio managers invest and trade.

Your Responsibilities:

• Work closely with discretionary Portfolio Managers to add value to their process through signal development, data-based modelling, and testing/developing market heuristics.
• Work to optimise our discretionary portfolios, using risk modelling, portfolio construction, and optimisation.
• Backtest and implement signals using both traditional and alternative data sources.
• Follow industry and academic literature for innovations in quantitative strategies (and more generally) and suggest how discretionary PM teams can profit from them.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and communicate complex technical concepts to a less technical audience.
• Stay updated with market trends and continuously seek opportunities for improvement of existing processes and innovation using quantitative methods.

Your Skills / Experience:

• Familiarity with market-neutral investment strategies.
• Ability to explain technical details to a less technical generalist audience.
• Understanding of portfolio construction and optimisation.
• Experience of using risk models for both equity and credit markets.
• Knowledge/understanding of the structure and drivers of returns in financial markets
• Exceptional academic background, preferably in a STEM field.
• Strong knowledge of Python and experience of data analysis techniques along with relevant libraries.
• Proficient in the use of Linux and version control (i.e. Git).
• Previous experience with optimisation packages such as Mosek is a plus.
• Familiarity with credit markets is advantageous but not required.
• 2+ years of experience in either a quant researcher/trader role or as a fundamental analyst.

Inclusion, Work-Life Balance and Benefits at Man Group
You'll thrive in our working environment that champions equality of opportunity. Your unique perspective will contribute to our success, joining a workplace where inclusion is fundamental and deeply embedded in our culture and values. Through our external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes, you'll find opportunities to grow, develop your talents, and help foster an inclusive environment for all across our firm and industry. Learn more at www.man.com/diversity.
You'll have opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives, while advancing your career through professional development, and with flexible working arrangements available too. Like all our people, you'll receive two annual 'Mankind' days of paid leave for community volunteering.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private medical coverage, discounted gym membership options and pet insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Man Group provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and all employees without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, sex, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, age or any other legally protected category or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Man Group is a Disability Confident Committed employer; if you require help or information on reasonable adjustments as you apply for roles with us, please contact .