Quantitative Researcher (Applied Modelling & Financial Analytics)

12/12/2024


Market: Economics

Competitive Salary

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK or Madrid, Spain

 

We’re working with a fast-growing, technically driven consultancy as it expands its quantitative research team in both Newcastle upon Tyne (UK) and Madrid (Spain). The firm partners with leading financial institutions on a broad range of projects — from pricing and risk analytics to trading tools and model development-offering the chance to apply advanced technical skills to high-impact, real-world problems.

 

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a solid foundation in quantitative finance and programming, who is now looking to take on more responsibility and contribute to full-lifecycle development across both research and delivery.

You’ll be working in a team that designs, builds, and implements models and analytical tools used in derivatives pricing, trading, and risk management. The role combines technical depth with hands-on exposure to real financial products and market data.

 

Responsibilities

 

  • Developing and maintaining pricing, risk, and trading models across multiple asset classes
  • Writing clean, production-quality code to support model deployment and tool development
  • Using data and statistical methods to solve practical financial problems
  • Collaborating with stakeholders across quant, dev, and client-facing teams
  • Supporting and enhancing existing models and tools as market needs evolve
  • The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical fluency, financial product knowledge, and a strong interest in solving complex challenges. You’ll be comfortable working independently on model development while also contributing as part of a collaborative and fast-paced team.

 

Key Qualifications

  • Postgraduate degree (MSc or PhD) in a highly quantitative subject (e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Engineering) from a top-tier university
  • Prior experience in financial services or fintech (e.g. investment bank, asset manager, hedge fund, or analytics provider)
  • Working understanding of derivatives pricing, modelling, or risk analytics (e.g. in Rates, Equities, or structured products)
  • Strong coding ability in one or more of: C#, C++, Python, Java
  • Exposure to machine learning or advanced statistical methods is a plus
  • Strong academic performance at A-Level (or equivalent)

Please note: applicants must have the right to work in the UK or Spain. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role

 

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hands-on work in real financial markets with high visibility
  • Fast-paced yet balanced working culture — with a focus on quality, not long hours
  • Opportunities to learn from experienced quants, software engineers, and finance professionals
  • Growth and progression potential in a business with long-term backing and ambitious plans

If you’re looking for a role that builds on your existing experience and challenges you with meaningful work in quantitative finance, this could be a fantastic next step in your career.

 

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