IT & Software

Manager, Quant Researcher/Developer

London Stock Exchange Group

London · Greater London · United Kingdom

Overview

In this role, you drive the development of quantitative research, analytics and automation platforms for equity and multi-asset indexing. You work across research, engineering, product and client teams to deliver scalable solutions and AI-enabled workflows that improve research efficiency and client support. You’ll own end-to-end research and product development, from idea to deployment and delivery. The role combines research, software development and operations in a dynamic, fast-changing environment with a clear impact on investment analytics and index methodology.

Pay / Benefits
  • healthcare
  • retirement planning
  • paid volunteering days
  • wellbeing initiatives
  • diversity and inclusion
  • charitable foundations participation
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain quantitative research, analytics and automation platforms
  • Build AI-enabled workflows, tools and agents to improve research, operational efficiency and client support
  • Support quantitative research initiatives and index methodology development across equity and multi-asset strategies
  • Investigate and resolve complex data, analytics and operational issues with high accuracy
  • Improve research infrastructure, development processes, CI/CD practices and cloud-based solutions
  • Collaborate with Research, Engineering, Technology, Product, Data Operations and Sales to achieve objectives
  • Provide analytical support and respond to internal and external inquiries on data, methodologies and product capabilities
  • Contribute across the full lifecycle of research and product development from ideation to client-facing delivery
Key requirements
  • ≈10 years of experience in quantitative research, quantitative development, investment analytics or related fields
  • Strong Python and SQL skills
  • Experience with CI/CD, cloud computing, AI-assisted development tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot, VS Code) and modern software engineering practices
  • Solid understanding of equity markets and quantitative investment techniques (regression analysis, optimization, factor investing, risk modelling)
  • Experience with financial databases and platforms such as Worldscope, IBES, Lipper, Datastream and Refinitiv Workspace is highly desirable
  • Agile, self-starter who can manage multiple priorities and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and adapt to changing requirements
  • strong communication
  • multitasking and prioritization
  • curiosity and adaptability
  • Python
  • SQL
  • CI/CD

Reference: WJ-747_31204055

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