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Junior User Researcher (UCD Experience required) Remote (with occasional UK travel - approx. 2-3 days per month in London) £310 per day | Inside IR35 Initial 7 months with strong extension potential SC eligibility required - 5 years of UK Residency About the role I'm working with a key consultancy client that's looking to bring in an enthusiastic Junior User Researcher to support the delivery of impactful, user-centred digital services.You'll be embedded within a multi-disciplinary Agile team, collaborating closely with product managers, designers, developers and stakeholders to understand real user needs and translate insight into meaningful service improvements. This is a great opportunity if you're early in your user research career and want hands-on experience working to GDS standards within a well-supported delivery environment. I am looking for candidates who can evidence applied UCD practice within digital service or product teams - specifically hands-on usability testing, close collaboration with designers, iteration on prototypes, and the use of recognised UCD tooling. I am not aren't looking for candidates skewed either towards research-only, academic research, or research support/operations, with limited visible evidence of end-to-end UCD delivery, design-adjacent working, or tool-based usability workflows. What you'll be doing In this role, you will: • Plan and support user-centred research activities across the delivery lifecycle, • Conduct qualitative and quantitative research such as interviews, usability testing and surveys, • Work alongside designers and delivery teams to shape research goals and test hypotheses, • Synthesise research findings into clear, actionable insights, • Communicate research outputs confidently through show-and-tells, playback sessions and written reports, • Ensure research activities align with GDS principles, ethics and accessibility standards, • Collaborate openly in Agile ceremonies and day-to-day team working To be a strong match, your CV must clearly demonstrate experience in the skills below. Applications that do not reference these skills may not be flagged as relevant, so please ensure they are clearly evidenced.You will bring: • A recent degree (BSc/MSc or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as psychology, HCI, design, social sciences, health sciences or similar, • Hands-on research experience, • Applied UCD practice within digital service or product teams - specifically hands-on usability testing, close collaboration with designers, iteration on prototypes, and the use of recognised UCD tooling., • Not research-only or just academic research but strong experience of end-to-end UCD delivery, • Experience conducting or supporting user interviews, usability testing or surveys, • Strong written and verbal communication skills - you're comfortable presenting insights to different audiences, • A genuine interest in understanding user behaviours, needs and contexts, • Experience working collaboratively within Agile or user-centred teams, • A basic understanding of research ethics, informed consent and data protection Desirable (not essential) It's a bonus if you have exposure to: • User research tools such as UserZoom, Optimal Workshop, Miro or Dovetail, • Usability testing methods, thematic analysis or affinity mapping, • Accessibility testing or remote research platforms This is a fantastic opportunity if you want to build real-world user research experience, work on meaningful digital services, and develop your career within a supportive consultancy environment that values learning, collaboration and quality research practice. Please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates your UCD, interview and delivery experience. Due to high application volumes, I may not be able to respond where this is not evident. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Are you looking for a role that blends rigorous research with meaningful, client-facing work? Want real ownership of your career while learning directly from industry leaders with 25+ years of experience of executive search expertise? About the Company - Executive Researcher We are a specialist executive search firm dedicated to securing transformative; leadership talent for high-growth and market-... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Offensive Security Researcher / Security Consultant | Elite Cybersecurity Scale-Up | Fully Remote (Global) Ready to take your offensive security skills to the next level? This is your chance to join a fast-scaling cybersecurity innovator, backed by funding, recognised by Gartner, and trusted by some of the world’s biggest enterprises and critical infrastructure providers. They’re building technology that helps security teams outrun real-world threats — and they’re looking for offensive security experts who thrive on finding vulnerabilities where others can’t. What you’ll be doing: • Spending your days doing what you love: hacking (professionally speaking) — discovering innovative, high-impact vulnerabilities across global enterprises, • Hunting for weaknesses that matter: RCE > weak SSL ciphers, • Collaborating with other seasoned offensive experts to invent new TTPs and attack modern infrastructure, • Researching cutting-edge attack vectors across cloud, SaaS, web stacks, and internet-exposed infrastructure, • Partnering with Red Team Engineers to scale and automate your discoveries so nothing gets wasted, • (Optional but encouraged) Presenting your research at industry conferences — with full company support to make it happenWhat they’re looking for:, • 5+ years of real-world offensive security or red teaming experience, • Deep understanding of how to compromise organisations without relying on public CVEs, • Ability to think like an attacker, working without fixed scopes or playbooks, • Scripting skills (Python, Go, etc.) to automate exploits, discovery, or tooling, • Industry certifications (CCSAS, CCT, CRT, OSCP, etc.) or equivalent battle scars from real-world hacking Direct impact – your discoveries will protect some of the world’s largest enterprises The best tools & tech – you’ll be enabled to do your best work Huge growth – this scale-up is in hypergrowth mode, with internal promotion baked into the culture World-class team – collaborate with some of the sharpest offensive minds in the industry This isn’t just another pentesting job. It’s your chance to push boundaries, break things, and redefine what’s possible in offensive security — while shaping the future of exposure management at global scale. Interested? Let’s have a chat – roles like this don’t come around often.

Senior User Researcher – Stakeholder, Policy, Research My leading client based in London is looking for an experience Senior User Researcher for an initial 3 month contract with the view to extend Please note this role will be hybrid with an expectation of 50% attendance in the London office As the Senior User Researcher, you will lead the planning, design and delivery of user research activities to help the organisation get a deep understanding of the people that use digital and data services and products, to support delivery of wider policy Principal accountabilities • Produce research outputs that inform service, content and interaction design so that digital services and products work well for users and achieve the desired business outcome., • Establish the user research as a function on the project. Set standards and behavioural expectations for user researchers and embed user research as a function into the delivery of all digital and data services and product., • Work with senior leaders and policy teams to help them understand, map and articulate their transformation or delivery objectives. Help them understand agile ways of working as well as the user researcher’s skill set and to help them articulate the possibilities in their area for digital transformation., • Help teams within the organisation make decisions within financial constraints which lead to improved services and products that better meet user needs., • Build up an internal research and insight knowledge base that can be published and contribute to organisational wide understanding about user needs and how policies and programmes can use digital to help meet those needs. Help guide organisational decision-making by communicating research best practice.

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Offensive Security Researcher / Security Consultant | Elite Cybersecurity Scale-Up | Fully Remote (Global) Ready to take your offensive security skills to the next level? This is your chance to join a fast-scaling cybersecurity innovator, backed by funding, recognised by Gartner, and trusted by some of the world’s biggest enterprises and critical infrastructure providers. They’re building technology that helps security teams outrun real-world threats — and they’re looking for offensive security experts who thrive on finding vulnerabilities where others can’t. What you’ll be doing: • Spending your days doing what you love: hacking (professionally speaking) — discovering innovative, high-impact vulnerabilities across global enterprises, • Hunting for weaknesses that matter: RCE > weak SSL ciphers, • Collaborating with other seasoned offensive experts to invent new TTPs and attack modern infrastructure, • Researching cutting-edge attack vectors across cloud, SaaS, web stacks, and internet-exposed infrastructure, • Partnering with Red Team Engineers to scale and automate your discoveries so nothing gets wasted, • (Optional but encouraged) Presenting your research at industry conferences — with full company support to make it happenWhat they’re looking for:, • 5+ years of real-world offensive security or red teaming experience, • Deep understanding of how to compromise organisations without relying on public CVEs, • Ability to think like an attacker, working without fixed scopes or playbooks, • Scripting skills (Python, Go, etc.) to automate exploits, discovery, or tooling, • Industry certifications (CCSAS, CCT, CRT, OSCP, etc.) or equivalent battle scars from real-world hacking Direct impact – your discoveries will protect some of the world’s largest enterprises The best tools & tech – you’ll be enabled to do your best work Huge growth – this scale-up is in hypergrowth mode, with internal promotion baked into the culture World-class team – collaborate with some of the sharpest offensive minds in the industry This isn’t just another pentesting job. It’s your chance to push boundaries, break things, and redefine what’s possible in offensive security — while shaping the future of exposure management at global scale. Interested? Let’s have a chat – roles like this don’t come around often.

We are looking for a highly skilled major donor relationship manager who knows how to engage and inspire lasting relationships with high-value supporters, turning shared ambition into meaningful impact. As Senior Philanthropy Executive, you will help grow major donor investment: accelerating progress in MND research and contributing to the delivery of crucial support services for the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Community. This is a role for someone who understands and excels in the stewardship required to secure transformative philanthropic support. As Senior Philanthropy Executive, you will shape major donor journeys to inspire donors’ philanthropic aspirations and align them with MND Association priorities. You will open doors to new relationships through thoughtful and influential networking and cultivation. You will be part of the Motor Neurone Disease Association’s Philanthropy team, working with major donors and prospects across the UK. You will manage a defined portfolio through which you will secure significant philanthropic income as you deliver thoughtful and personalised stewardship. Key Responsibilities • Manage and grow a portfolio of major donors and prospects, • Secure significant and sustainable income, including multi-year and six-figure gifts, • Build strong, trust-based relationships through tailored engagement and stewardship, • Deliver compelling written and verbal donor communications and proposals, • Lead donor meetings and project visits, working with senior colleagues where appropriate, • Contribute to donor cultivation plans, forecasting and performance reporting, • Use CRM systems to record activity, insight and outcomes accurately, • Proven successful experience securing major gifts from high-net-worth individuals (desirably including six-figure donations)., • An engaging communicator who writes and speaks with clarity and warmth, • Experience working to, and exceeding, income targets, • Strong relationship-management skills and sound judgement, • Confidence working independently while supporting team success, • Strong understanding of philanthropic best practice and compliance including the Code of Fundraising Practice and GDPR, • Experience using CRM systems such as Raiser’s Edge or Microsoft Dynamics Further information about MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements. What We Offer • 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays, • Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies, • 24/7 GP access via phone and video, • Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines, • Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave), • Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping, • Enhanced pension scheme, • Opportunities for training and personal development Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND. We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.

We have partnered with a unique, hugely important organisation whose work touches and impacts a wide range of the population - they are looking for a Senior User Researcher (FTC) to join a hugely impactful internal project. You will be joining an internal UCD team comprised of Service Designers, Product Designers and Content Designers to re-imagine a piece of software used to aid complex decision making by internal stakeholders - the overall goal is to build a modern product, with bringing clarity to complexity considered a key goal. From a Research perspective, this means building a clear understanding of user needs, challenges, and opportunities that will inform the 'to be' solution. It's the type of role that requires a highly pragmatic, broadly skilled Researcher who thrives in knotty, complex environments. It will also suit someone with experience on "internal" programmes of work with a high-level of complexity - for example, working as a researcher on any data heavy tooling or decision-intelligence products would be considered very relevant for this. Your Research experience? ◘ You have experience using a range of Qual, Quant, and mixed-methods approaches, and know how, when, and why to use them... ◘ Breadth across the UR lifecycle - from defining participants to conducting research through to sharing insights. ◘ You're an excellent facilitator - both in workshops, and in environments with complex stakeholders. ◘ Lastly, it's really important that you have worked and are comfortable working in large organisations - this will not be the right role for someone who has not worked in an enterprise/corporate environment previously. The important details ✳️ This is a fixed-term 12-month role starting in April 2026. ✳️ The salary is up to £75,000 + flexible cash benefits + bonus ✳️ 2-stage interview process. ✳️ Hybrid working (London or Leeds) ✳️ You will either need to be SC cleared, or be prepared to go through the clearance process

Senior User Researcher London Full Time - up to £70,000+ benefits A leading digital services client that supports both public and private sector projects to deliver the best experiences for users is hiring for a Senior User Researcher UK-Wide. If you have experience in this field this role could be the role for you! What You’ll have the Opportunity to do as a Senior User Researcher: • Advise clients on how to solve different complex problems using research, people-centred design & flexible, fast-paced research., • Lead teams to design services that meet different user needs, • Advocate for inclusive approaches within user research, • Engage with clients & stakeholders and advise each on how to benefit the most from user research, • Support in recruitment, events and winning new business., • Promote people-centred design offer both internally & externally About The Candidate • Expertise in applying user research strategies across consulting and public services, • Previous experience of working in multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver people-centred services, • Experience of line management and or training other user researchers, • Ability to confidently communicate & stakeholder management skills, • Strong leadership skills and the ability to have difficult conversations with clients to find the best way to progress, • Experience with government digital services is highly desirable What’s in it for you? • £55,000 to £70,000, • Up to 25 days holidays per annum alongside UK public holidays, • Health and Wellbeing Assurance, • Pension Scheme contributions, • Flexible Benefit Scheme To hear more about the Senior User Researcher role contact Daire McIlhatton at

What You’ll Do: • Conduct end-to-end research on systematic strategies across liquid asset classes (equities, futures, FX, or rates)., • Leverage large datasets, machine learning techniques, and advanced statistical modelling to uncover persistent sources of alpha., • Collaborate closely with other researchers, portfolio managers, and technologists in a highly integrative research culture., • 4–6 years of systematic research experience at a top collaborative hedge fund (e.g., Two Sigma, AQR, PDT, etc.)., • Deep expertise in alpha signal research, with a proven track record of contributions to production strategies., • Strong programming skills in Python (or similar), and comfort working with large, noisy datasets., • A highly analytical mindset with fluency in statistics, probability, and time-series analysis., • Join a high-conviction, low-politics team that values idea meritocracy and intellectual honesty ., • Work alongside researchers and PMs who are genuinely collaborative — not siloed or secretive., • Access deep resources and institutional-grade infrastructure to bring ideas to life quickly and at scale., • Significant upside and career growth for researchers who drive real impact.

Role:- • Managing all aspects of the research process, including methodology selection, data collection and analysis, prototyping, backtesting, and performance monitoring, • Improvement of existing strategies, • Portfolio optimization, • Evaluating new datasets for alpha potential, • MS or PhD in finance, computer science, mathematics, physics, or other quantitative discipline, • 2-5 years of experience researching systematic macro strategies, • Strong programming skills with a high level of proficiency in Python, • Experience researching intraday futures strategies, • Experience with equity index futures, commodity futures, fixed income futures, interest rate swaps, and/or foreign exchange, • Strong analytical and quantitative skills, • Detail-oriented, • Willing to take ownership of his/her work, working both independently and within a small team

A leading pod in London is looking to expand its research team with Semi-Systematic Quant Researchers focused on Fixed Income and Macro strategies . This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of discretionary and systematic investing, building innovative models and tools to support a world-class investment platform. What we’re looking for: • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a top-tier hedge fund, bank, or asset manager., • Strong background in fixed income and macro markets , with a clear understanding of alpha drivers., • Proficiency in coding and data analysis (Python preferred; C++/R/Matlab a plus)., • Experience developing semi-systematic or quant-driven models to support trading decisions., • Exposure to both systematic and discretionary strategies within a well-resourced pod., • Significant opportunity to influence research direction and strategy development.

Salary: up to £200k base + bonus Summary Leading HFT fund looking for a self-driven quantitative researcher to join their centralised Latency team where you will draw on your problem-solving skills and data science/statistics experience to analyse billions of collected trading data points and unearth competitive edges. This role offers the opportunity to develop both business and technical expertise; working closely with trading teams to perform post-trade statistical analysis and identify relationships between business metrics and changes on the infrastructure technology. You'll also investigate and design data mining and machine learning algorithms. Unique in their field, this global firm combines the lively, positive spirit of a start-up with the stability of a longer-established player. This role would suit a curious, highly collaborative researcher who has demonstrated the ability to independently drive projects to completion. Requirements • Minimum 2+ years' experience, • Hands-on programming experience in Python with a focus on data science & analytics, • Sound experience in Machine Learning and Statistics, • Outstanding problem-solving capabilities Benefits • Competitive base salary & bonus, • Enormous opportunity to grow, learn and have a significant business impact, • Contributions are rewarded; career progression supported, • Unique culture where you can fulfil your potential through collaboration and mutual respect Whilst we carefully review all applications, to all jobs, due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond to those who have not been successful. Contact If this sounds like you or you would like to know more, please get in touch: Andy Stirling-Martin 020 3137 9579 linkedin.com/in/andrew-stirling-martin-7664a946

Quantitative Researcher We are seeking exceptional Quantitative Researchers to design and enhance proprietary trading models and strategies, collaborating closely with engineers and senior leaders across the firm. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a range of trading strategies and research initiatives, while gradually developing independent research directions and originating new topics. Key Responsibilities: • Utilize financial and alternative data to develop or refine predictive models., • Apply advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to strengthen the research and development infrastructure., • Minimum of 4 years of full-time professional experience., • Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, or Postdoctoral degree in finance, computer science, mathematics, statistics, machine learning, physics, or a related scientific field., • Strong mathematical and analytical aptitude with exceptional problem-solving and modeling skills., • Proven ability to conduct high-level statistical or applied mathematical research., • Prior experience in a quantitative or trading-focused role is advantageous., • Skilled in addressing complex, data-intensive challenges., • Strong research discipline and attention to methodological rigor., • Self-motivated, productive, and driven by a sense of ownership and urgency., • Intellectually curious, creative, and analytical., • Excellent communication and collaboration skills., • Exceptional attention to detail., • Comfortable working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team. Please send a PDF CV to mailto:

£120,000 GBP • £70,000 Onsite WORKING Location: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent Our client has an extensive and impressive track record of successfully running Quant trading strategies for over a decade, they spun out as a hedge fund and now operate globally. They are a highly interdisciplinary firm, operating around the intersection of trading, quant modelling and technology. Their trades are facilitated by state-of-the-art infrastructure which handles their larger trading volumes easily. Role: • Using the firms automated trading framework to research and apply strategies, • Using progressive statistical approaches to analyse data and ascertain opportunities for trading, • To build upon and develop strong understanding of market structures of the various exchanges and asset classes., • Pre market - checking that all required data and processes are ready., • During market - sporadically monitoring behaviour and performance of strategies.Ideal Candidate:, • Quantitative background - including Master/ PhD's in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics from a top University., • Programming proficiency with at least one major programming or scripting language (Python, C++, and R)., • Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions., • Ability to perform well under pressure., • Detail orientated

Key Responsibilities • Alpha Research & Strategy Design : Partner with the research team to uncover trading opportunities, leveraging expertise in statistical arbitrage and quantitative research. Build, refine, and implement intraday and systematic trading strategies for global markets., • Advanced Data Analysis : Analyze large-scale market data and time-series datasets, utilizing cutting-edge statistical methods to uncover actionable patterns and insights., • Model Development & Validation : Develop, test, and continuously enhance predictive models and systematic strategies through rigorous back-testing, ensuring their robustness across diverse asset classes (e.g., equities, currencies, commodities, and fixed income)., • Collaboration Across Teams : Coordinate closely with technology teams to integrate quantitative models with advanced trading infrastructure., • Educational Background : Master’s or Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related quantitative field., • Professional Expertise :, • Demonstrated experience with statistical arbitrage strategies, high-frequency trading, or market-making., • 5+ years of experience in quantitative finance, systematic trading, or proprietary trading environments., • Proven ability to generate alpha through rigorous financial modeling, statistical analysis, and innovative research methods., • Technical Proficiency :, • Strong expertise in Python (particularly for data analysis) and proficiency in C++., • Familiarity with machine learning techniques and frameworks., • Advanced skills in analyzing complex datasets, implementing models, and applying statistical methods to trading environments., • Exceptional problem-solving abilities, particularly in managing complex datasets and implementing innovative solutions., • A self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. If you are a quant researcher who is interested in working in a collaborative start-up environment with very good backing/peers and you want to be involved in all parts of the research/trading/coding – this is a perfect platform. Quants who are part of a larger team where they cannot get involved in all parts of the process and are just one of so many would find this ideal as a stepping stone into their career. If you're a driven quantitative professional with deep expertise in statistical arbitrage and a passion for cutting-edge trading strategies, we encourage you to apply. Please send a PDF CV to

Role Overview: • Drive research into short-horizon, high-frequency trading signals with typical holding periods of several hours to a few days, • Take ownership of execution and market microstructure research, helping optimize trading strategy design and implementation, • Collaborate with a cross-functional team of researchers, technologists, and portfolio managers in a highly iterative, data-driven workflow, • Build and oversee a small, high-caliber team of junior researchers (2–3 people), contributing to both leadership and hands-on research, • 3+ years of experience in a quantitative trading or research role at a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or sell-side algo desk, • Demonstrated contributions to alpha generation or strong potential to do so in a collaborative environment, • Strong academic credentials (First Class, Honours, MSc or PhD) in a quantitative or technical field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Finance, • Familiarity with high-frequency or tick-level data and an ability to derive actionable insights from complex datasets, • Proficiency in Python or C++; experience with distributed computing and low-latency research environments is advantageous, • Strong preference for candidates with kdb+/q experience and familiarity with execution protocols such as FIX, • Confident communicator, able to clearly explain concepts, defend ideas, and work collaboratively with non-research stakeholders

£150,000 GBP 120,000 Onsite WORKING Location: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent My client is a global investment management firm that utilizes a diversified portfolio of systematic and quantitative strategies across financial markets that seeks to achieve high quality, uncorrelated returns for their clients. With offices around the globe, they emphasize true, global collaboration by aligning their investment, technology, and operations teams functionally around the world. Your future role • Your core objective is to create high quality predictive signals, • By leveraging access to large and diversified datasets you will identify statistical patterns and opportunities, • Share and discuss research results, methodology, data sets and processes with other researchers, • Implement the signals and the relevant datasets within the global execution platform, • Monitor signal behaviour and model performance over time, • You would lead the full strategy research cycle from signal generation to implementation Your present skillset • Min 4 years of relevant experience, • Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as data science, statistics, mathematics, physics or engineering, • Strong knowledge in statistics, machine learning, NLP or AI techniques is a plus, • Capacity to multi-task in a fast paced environment while keeping strong attention to detail, • Coding skills required in at least one leading programing language (Python, R, Matlab and /or C++, C#), • Experience in exploring large datasets across multiple time frames is a plus, • Intellectual curiosity to explore new data sets, solve complex problems, drive innovative processes and connect the dots between multiple fields, • Capacity to work with autonomy within a collegial and collaborative environment, • Strong capacity to communicate with technologists, data scientists and traders across the globe, • Proven track record in delivering successful systematic strategies

About the Company Our client has an extensive and impressive track record of successfully running Quant trading strategies for over a decade, they spun out as a hedge fund and now operate globally. They are a highly interdisciplinary firm, operating around the intersection of trading, quant modelling and technology. Their trades are facilitated by state-of-the-art infrastructure which handles their larger trading volumes easily. About the Role Using the firms automated trading framework to research and apply strategies. Responsibilities • Using progressive statistical approaches to analyse data and ascertain opportunities for trading., • To build upon and develop strong understanding of market structures of the various exchanges and asset classes., • Pre market – checking that all required data and processes are ready., • During market – sporadically monitoring behaviour and performance of strategies. Qualifications • Quantitative background - including Master/ PhD’s in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics from a top University. Required Skills • Programming proficiency with at least one major programming or scripting language (Python, C++, and R)., • Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple regions., • Ability to perform well under pressure., • Detail orientated.

The Role: • Conduct end-to-end systematic volatility research , from alpha signal generation to execution optimization., • Develop, backtest, and refine volatility-based trading strategies across asset classes., • Work closely with traders and PMs to optimize execution and post-trade performance., • Utilize advanced quantitative techniques and statistical models to enhance trading efficiency., • Prior experience in volatility research within a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or systematic trading desk., • Hands-on systematic research expertise in volatility markets—this is a pure quant role., • Strong programming skills (Python, C++, or similar) for research, modeling, and execution analytics., • London-based or willing to relocate.

We're looking for someone who finds things others can't. Not a researcher who Googles. An analyst who hunts. Someone who understands that the most important information is rarely on the surface — and knows how to get to what's underneath. What BlackScore does We build AI-native intelligence platforms for law enforcement and national security agencies across 30+ countries. Our systems fuse OSINT, SIGINT, financial records, dark web data, and video intelligence into actionable decisions at national scale. Our analysts don't just use the platform — they help shape how it thinks. What you'll do Conduct deep OSINT investigations across open web, dark web, and social platforms. Support cryptocurrency tracing and blockchain intelligence workflows — following the money across chains, wallets, and exchanges. Produce structured intelligence reports that drive real operational decisions. Work directly with engineers to translate analytical tradecraft into platform features. Stay ahead of adversary techniques, new platforms, and emerging data sources. Support pre-sales engagements — working alongside the business development team to demonstrate platform capability, run live proof-of-concept investigations, and help prospective customers understand what real intelligence looks like. Support post-sales deployments — training customer analysts, validating workflows, and ensuring operational teams extract maximum value from the platform. For the right person, this role is a natural bridge into a full business development career — we believe the best sales people in intelligence are former analysts who've lived the problem. What we're looking for You have a background in law enforcement, military intelligence, or financial crime — or you've built equivalent skills through obsessive self-directed learning. You understand OSINT methodology, not just OSINT tools. You know how to build a target profile from scattered fragments across multiple platforms. Crypto knowledge is a strong advantage — blockchain tracing, wallet clustering, exchange identification, darknet market analysis. Geospatial and telecom intelligence background is equally valued — if you can read cell tower data, analyze movement patterns, or geolocate from open source imagery, we want to talk. You're comfortable working with AI-assisted analysis tools and understand both their power and their limits. You write clearly and concisely under pressure. You know that the difference between an analyst and a researcher is the quality of the question, not the quality of the search engine. What we don't need Someone who has only worked in corporate threat intelligence producing weekly reports nobody reads. Someone who needs a structured target package before they can start. Someone who mistakes data volume for analytical depth. Why BlackScore Your work reaches operational teams across Latin America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. You'll see your analysis matter in ways that most analysts never experience. Bootstrapped and profitable — no VC pressure, no pivots, no sudden restructures. Real ownership from day one. How to apply Apply here in linkedin or send your CV to . Include one example — real or sanitized — of an investigation you're proud of. Tell us what you found, how you found it, and what it meant.

Role: Executive Search Researcher Location: City of London (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 from home) Start date: ASAP About us: Skills Alliance is a global Life Sciences Executive Search firm, working across Pharmaceutical, Biotech, MedTech, and wider STEM markets. Our Executive Search division partners with some of the most innovative clients in the industry, delivering senior leadership and strategic hires that help shape the future of Life Sciences. The role: We’re looking for a Sales Researcher to join our Executive Search team. You’ll play a key role in supporting Client Partners on retained and exclusive leadership searches, helping to identify, map, and engage top-tier talent across the Life Sciences industry. This is a commercial, analytical, and people-focused role; ideal if you’re ambitious, research-minded, and interested in the business side of science. You’ll learn how global search projects are run from start to finish, from understanding client strategy and market mapping, through to outreach, candidate engagement, and presentation. What you’ll be doing: • Conduct market research to identify and map potential candidates and client organisations, • Use analytical and research tools to gather market intelligence, talent insights, and competitor data, • Support sales and business development activity through prospect mapping, commercial analysis, and lead generation outreach, • Create company and market briefings to support client projects and internal discussions, • Analyse companies, markets, and hiring trends to provide insights for clients and internal teams, • Support internal reporting, CRM updates and accuracy, and systems tracking for project delivery, • Learn executive search processes by observing client meetings, interviews, and candidate engagement, • General research and admin support for Client Partners on search projects, from briefing through to shortlist stage What we’re looking for: • 6-12 months experience in a similar research focused role preferred, but not required, • Curious, proactive, and commercially minded with strong analytical and communication skills, • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects at once, • Confident speaking with senior professionals and comfortable building rapport, • Interest in Life Sciences, business, or Executive Search What you’ll get: • Direct management, support and development from a seasoned leader in Executive Search, with 25+ years experience both in industry at large multinational Pharma companies and in Search, • Health insurance, wellness budget, gym discount, birthday off, and hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home), • Quarterly incentives, lunch clubs, and annual company incentive trips (previous locations include Ibiza, Croatia, and the South of France), • Option to relocate to one of our international offices (New York, Seattle, Zurich, Leeds, Newport Beach) This role is perfect for someone who is interested in Life Sciences and enjoys research and problem-solving, but wants a commercial edge. If that sounds like you, apply below or email for a confidential chat.

RECRUITING - 2 x ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES ABOUT US Inspirational Venues & Events provide industry leading venue finding and events management services throughout the UK and worldwide. We are an energetic, dynamic, forward-thinking company and thrive on being the very best at what we do. At our core is the desire to do exceptional business with great clients, making a positive contribution to the events industry and adding value to our clients’ ongoing success. We’ve built our agency based on a client centric approach, this is evident in the clientele and talent we attract. ABOUT THE JOB Account Executive - working within a highly driven and experienced team, the Account Executive is responsible for researching prospective, new and existing client accounts to optimise commercial success throughout those accounts. You will be a proactive researcher, quick to identify rebooks, new contacts and opportunities. Tender and Bid research, to seek out contact information in Procurement, Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing teams, effectively coordinating and updating our ongoing Tender Calendar. Key duties and responsibilities: • Consultatively engaging with clients to raise brand awareness and to enhance IVS presence, • Understanding and qualifying client briefs and supporting in converting enquiries to contract / confirmation stage, • Identifying re-book opportunities and consecutive year deals, • Tender Calendar - research contacts in Procurement, Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing related roles, updating our Tender Calendar and supporting the outreach, when required, • Attend industry events and expo’s to continually develop venue and industry knowledge ABOUT YOU You have a positive 'can do' attitude, adaptable and creative in your approach. You will have excellent communication skills, a tenacious researcher and resilient nature. Communication is a natural strength and an ambition to develop your career in a sales and commercial environment. Key Requirements • Event / Conference office / Sales experience – minimum 1 year, • Experienced in the MICE sector – venue knowledge an advantage, • Customer-focused with a commitment to satisfaction, • Excellent interpersonal skills - relationship-building and collaboration abilities, • Strong administration and organisational skills, • Proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and CRM systems

Role Overview: The successful candidate will design, implement, and manage data-driven trading models across global macroeconomic assets. The position requires deep expertise in statistical and machine learning methodologies, alongside robust programming and data-handling capabilities. Applicants should bring a verifiable track record of high information ratio strategies deployed in real-market environments. Key Responsibilities: • Develop and deploy systematic trading models across macro asset classes, primarily using futures and foreign exchange instruments., • Apply advanced quantitative methods—including time-series modeling, econometric analysis, and machine learning—to uncover alpha-generating signals., • Conduct extensive backtesting and stress testing to evaluate performance robustness, execution latency, and risk-adjusted return characteristics., • Collaborate within a research-driven environment to enhance alpha models, portfolio construction techniques, and signal processing infrastructure., • Demonstrated experience in quantitative macro research or portfolio management, with a track record of alpha generation and strategy deployment., • Exposure to short- and medium-term systematic trading styles, ideally within timeframes of hours to two weeks., • Advanced academic training (PhD or MSc) in a quantitative discipline such as Financial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Physics., • Strong coding proficiency in Python and/or C#, with working knowledge of SQL for data manipulation and extraction., • Eligible to work in the UK and able to operate effectively in a collaborative, research-intensive setting.

Role:- Quantitative researcher to help build out a new systematic macro (futures, FX, and vol) business. The main focus will be working on mid-frequency alpha strategies. • Develop systematic trading models across FX, commodities, fixed income, and equity markets, • Alpha idea generation, back testing, and implementation, • Assist in building, maintenance, and continual improvement of production and trading environments, • Evaluate new datasets for alpha potential, • Improve existing strategies and portfolio optimization, • Execution monitoring, • PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics or other quantitative discipline., • Experience in quantitative trading, ideally in FX or futures, • Experience with alpha research, portfolio construction and optimization, • Experience building statistical/technical, fundamental, and data driven signals, • Experience synthesizing predictive signals for both cross-sectional and time-series models, • Strong experience with data exploration, dimension reduction, and feature engineering Please send a PDF CV to

Role: Graduate Researcher/ Graduate Consultant Sector: Life Sciences Executive Search Salary: £28,000 base + uncapped commission (OTE £40K+) International exposure & travel opportunities Location: Central London - 4 Days in office 1-day WFH The Opportunity Executive search is a highly strategic form of recruitment, partnering with organisations to identify and secure senior, business-critical talent that drives innovation and long-term growth. You will work directly with one of the top billers in Europe, supporting on high value, retained mandates across the commercial life sciences market. The life sciences sector sits at the forefront of global innovation, from cutting-edge diagnostics to breakthrough therapies that transform patient outcomes worldwide. With sustained investment, rapid technological advancement, and ever-increasing demand, it remains one of the most future-proof and impactful industries you can build a career in. This opportunity offers a unique entry point into that world, positioning you at the centre of strategic hiring decisions that shape the future of healthcare, while building a highly lucrative, international career. We’re partnering with a globally recognised executive search firm specialising in life sciences & healthcare, known for developing exceptional individuals into top-billing consultants and future leaders. The Role As a Researcher, you will play a pivotal role in delivering senior-level search assignments across Europe. From day one, you’ll gain exposure to the full search lifecycle, including: • Attending client briefings and contributing to search strategy, • Conducting in-depth market mapping & competitor analysis, • Identifying and engaging senior, high-impact talent, • Producing market intelligence and strategic insights reports for clients and the internal team, • Supporting on candidate interviews and client meetings, • Working on retained searches (£25K–£100K fees), • You’ll support a consultant managing 8–10 live mandates, offering steep learning curves and early responsibility. Why This Opportunity? • Join a market-leading global search firm (100+ employees across US, UK & Europe), • Work alongside multiple £1M+ billers, • Exposure to international clients and C-suite stakeholders, • Clear, meritocratic progression to become a subject matter expert and future 360 consultant, • Direct mentorship from a top-performing consultant, on a high performing team, • Early responsibility with meaningful impact and tangible self-dictated earning opportunities What We’re Looking For • Outstanding academics and strong intellectual calibre, • Exceptional attention to detail, • Ambitious, driven, and highly self-motivated, • Confident communicator, able to question, challenge, and contribute ideas, • Ability to grasp complex scientific and commercial concepts, • High-potential recent graduates, • Individuals with experience in research, recruitment, or life sciences-related environments Culture & Environment • High-performance, collaborative team with international reach and reputation, • 4 days in office, WFH Wednesdays, • Strong emphasis on face-to-face collaboration and international exposure, • Regular socials, CSR initiatives, and charity events, • Quarterly feedback culture ensuring employees are heard and developed, • Proven career development pathways and exceptional staff retention rates Package • £28,000 base salary, • Uncapped commission from day one, • Realistic £4K+ commission per quarter, • Additional benefits and socials for all employees Interested? If you’re looking to build a long-term career at the intersection of business, science, and global impact, this is a rare opportunity to do so in a high-performance, internationally respected environment. Interview process: 3 stages Apply directly or message with your CV on for a confidential discussion.

• Research Manager role, • Public Sector Research - quant and mixed methods, • Salary up to £45,000 + benefits, • Hybrid, London The Client We’re partnering with a leading insights agency known for delivering impactful work across public policy, customer experience and evaluation. Working with government departments, regulators, charities and commercial organisations, they provide evidence-based insights that shape strategy, improve services and drive meaningful change. The Role This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious public sector researcher ready to step into a role with greater ownership, visibility and progression As a Research Manager, you’ll lead projects end-to-end, from designing research methodologies, developing questionnaires or discussion guides, through to analysing findings and delivering compelling insights to clients. You’ll work across quantitative and qualitative methodologies, turning complex data into clear, actionable recommendations. Alongside project delivery, you’ll build strong client relationships, present findings to stakeholders, contribute to proposals and new business activity. You'll support and mentor junior team members while continuing to develop your own expertise within a collaborative and supportive environment. Interested? Apply now to find out more. For successful applicants, a recruitment consultant will be in touch via email to schedule a briefing call. We will explain the role in more detail and share the company details before creating a formal application. Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Legal Researcher Global law firm with fantastic offices in a sought-after London location is seeking to hire a new Legal Researcher. Acting as a trusted adviser, the postholder provides judgement‑based research support and helps colleagues navigate an increasingly complex digital and AI‑enabled research landscape, and contributes to the ongoing development of the firm’s research, knowledge and information capabilities. • To £45,000, • Hybrid working (3 days in the office), • Excellent employee benefits Legal Researcher Key Responsibilities: • Deliver high‑quality legal research support, including case law, legislation, regulatory materials and authoritative commentary, monitoring developments through judicial, legislative and parliamentary processes., • Provide business, industry and sector research, including company profiling, market and competitive analysis, client and contact intelligence, press and media research., • Summarise and present research findings in clear, concise, decision‑ready formats tailored to the needs of lawyers and business teams., • Support high‑value and complex research enquiries, advising on scope, sources, methodologies, research risk and cost‑effective approaches., • Develop, maintain and refine legal and sector‑specific current awareness products, including daily legal updates and tailored alerts., • Set up and manage ongoing monitoring for clients, sectors, industries and regulatory developments., • Continuously review and enhance content quality, relevance and delivery formats to reflect evolving user needs, priorities and working patterns. Legal Researcher Skills & Requirements: • Significant experience delivering legal and business research within a professional services or legal environment., • Strong knowledge of legal information sources, research methodologies and current awareness tools., • Proven ability to analyse and synthesise complex information into clear, practical outputs., • Experience designing and delivering training, with an emphasis on user‑focussed and digital learning approaches., • High level of digital literacy, including research platforms, intranets and content management., • Excellent communication, collaboration and stakeholder‑management skills., • Experience supporting or evaluating AI‑enabled research tools in a legal or information context

Research Manager – Consumer Quantitative Research Central London (Hybrid) £38-42,000 + Bonus & Bens Exciting opportunity for a quant researcher to join a creative and independent insight consultancy. This role is ideal for those who have gained solid quantitative research experience within an agency, enjoy working in the consumer/FMCG space and want to join a collaborative & balanced insights consultancy that is helping to shape the future of consumer brands. Conducting research across five continents, this independent boutique with an enviable brand of its own provides global insight and consumer-grounded guidance to many of the world’s most recognisable and loved consumer brands. They pride themselves on being able to understand consumers’ relationships with brands. With quant research agency experience, you will be keen to continue to develop your skillset and become a well-rounded quant researcher who can input and make an impact in all aspects of projects, from design and management through to analysis and presentations. You will work with some of the most knowledgeable and respected practitioners and receive an extensive benefits package, including a career development budget.

📊 Qualitative Associate Director 📍 London (Hybrid) | Salary up to £80,000 Ready to lead high-profile client accounts and make an impact with world-class brands? This fast-growing insight agency partners with some of the most exciting global clients – from iconic entertainment and tech brands to retail and innovative disruptors. This is an award-winning agency known for its cutting-edge thinking, creative approaches, and influence across the industry. Here, your ideas won’t sit in a slide deck; they’ll help shape real decisions. As an experienced Associate Director, you’ll lead client accounts end-to-end, managing relationships, shaping strategy, and overseeing delivery across a diverse range of qualitative projects. You’ll be a visible, hands-on senior researcher, moderating sessions yourself to ensure the depth of insight that underpins nuanced strategic recommendations. 📈 You’ll ideally have worked across multiple qualitative methods and project types, including: • Brand and creative development, • Concept and service exploration, • UX and innovation 👭 You’ll join a collaborative, high-performing team that values growth, mentorship, and the freedom to lead and innovate. What you’ll bring: • Proven experience managing senior client accounts in a market research agency, • Strong expertise in qualitative research design, moderation, and analysis, • Hands-on approach to fieldwork and a flair for turning complex insights into actionable, strategic recommendations, • Breadth of experience across multiple methods and project types as listed above, • Creativity, curiosity, and a strategic mindset 🚀 If you’re ready to combine client leadership with hands-on research to deliver high-impact insights, this could be your next step! Please apply for next steps. For successful applicants, a recruitment consultant will be in touch via email to schedule a briefing call. We will explain the role in more detail and share the company details before creating a formal application. Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The setup: a HFT prop firm, building an ML-driven mid-frequency (mins>hours) global equities team, hiring in London. Central team (building globally across APAC, EU & US), firm-level commitment, not a pod, not a multi-manager. The team lead came out of one of the best firms in the business at this (you'll have to get in touch to find out which one...). The hire(s) they're looking to make are "T-shaped": • Deep specialty in one of: modern ML architecture (PhD-levels-of-depth, not "I ran XGBoost once"), MFT alpha research (order-book imbalance, signal decay, actual trading-aware intuition), or portfolio construction. Plus enough breadth in the other two to hold your own in the room. It's a small team, with big ideas, and needs people who are hands on and comfortable working across different verticals., • Startup ethos. If your instinct when you need a piece of code is "I'll wait for someone to build it," this isn't the seat. If it's "I'll just build it myself this week, then test my idea," it probably is., • Demonstrable ship history. A strategy that went from your head to live PnL, not something you maintained, improved, or co-owned with four other people. People who probably aren't in the sweet spot: • Narrow trade-experts. Five years on one strategy with the rest of the stack handled by someone else doesn't transfer to a team this small., • Comp-first candidates. Package is competitive, but if your first question is what the guarantee looks like, you're probably optimising for the wrong thing. First movers on something like this get outsized upside if it works. Location: London There aren't many teams right now who can credibly offer "MFT ML research built on a world-class HFT execution stack" as the proposition. Even less that can offer that as part of a genuine start-up business within an already successful, capital unconstrained prop firm expanding into new markets and at the start of a very ambitious, very achievable growth story. If you're a couple+ years into a big-firm seat and find yourself more resentful than energised by the size around you, it's probably worth a conversation.

Responsibilities • Build and evolve quantitative infrastructure and models to support investment decisions across currencies, fixed income, and derivatives, • Design, enhance and maintain portfolio optimisation and construction tools (e.g. Black-Litterman), • Develop front-office risk, valuation and performance attribution frameworks, • Migrate legacy Excel/VBA processes to robust, scalable solutions (e.g. MATLAB/SQL/Python), • Support major institutional presentations with rigorous analysis and clear explanations, • Partner with PMs, system analysts and developers to improve front-office tools and data pipelines, • Produce and present ad hoc quantitative research to portfolio managers and clients Requirements • Strong quantitative degree (mathematics, physics, statistics or financial engineering), • Previous directly relevant experience in a front-office quant or similar role, • Proficiency in two or more of: MATLAB, Python, VBA, JavaScript, SQL/database design, • Experience delivering portfolio optimisation, risk, and performance attribution models, • Practical experience building production-quality code and improving model infrastructure, • Solid understanding of financial markets and fixed income, currencies, and derivatives, • Analytical, detail-focused thinker who reasons from first principles., • Clear communicator who collaborates well and can work autonomously

Position: Positions are open at five distinct ranks: Postdoctoral Fellow,Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Full Professor, and Chair Professor. Responsibilities And Duties Applicants will have extensive teaching experience, have published high quality papers in their area of expertise, have been successful in obtaining research grants, and have substantial experience in the supervision of research students. The successful candidate, in addition to teaching typically two modules/courses per year (i.e. one per semester), will provide leadership in curriculum development and enhancing our research profile at the international level. They are expected to assume administrative responsibilities based on their experience. Personal Attributes • Self-motivated and being able to motivate others;, • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills;, • Strong team player;, • Proactive and flexible but with good respect for deadlines;, • Able to work in an environment where diversity and inclusiveness is appreciated. Requirements Essential Qualifications/Experiences • A PhD in a closely aligned area and PG Cert HE or equivalent;, • Ideally few years of teaching/research experience at a university or equivalent after completion of PhD degree;, • PhD supervision capacity;, • Strong publications record in an area of expertise;, • Evidence of success in obtaining research grants;, • Fluency in English. Desirable Qualifications And Experience Professional memberships such as BCS, IET, ACM, IEE and HEA; Benefits Strong knowledge / experience in international higher education. Compensation Package Range of Annual Base Pay: Lecturer: 280k-320k RMB Assistant Professor: 360k-400k RMB Associate Professor: 450k-490k RMB Senior Associate Professor: 540k-580k RMB Professor: Above 620k RMB, negotiable Members of Academic Staff are entitled to subsidies for accommodation, travel, and children’s educational, medical insurance, and a one-time relocation allowance is provided. Overseas staff may receive a tax “holiday”, depending on nationality and personal circumstances.

Package: £30K-35K Basic Salary + Bonus Our client is a leading Executive Search firms with offices in London, New York and Singapore. They specialise in placing C-Suite level candidates into Investment Banking & Hedge Funds. This is an incredible opportunity to build a high-level professional network in the FS space and leverage this into a seriously high earning potential role. You will gain exposure to multiple markets, rotating across different teams over your first two years to develop a well-rounded understanding of the firm and identify the area that best aligns with your strengths. This structured exposure provides a strong platform to progress within the industry. The Benefits: • Fantastic earning potential – up to £20,000 yearly bonus, • Career development and progression tailored to you - Graduate Researcher to Partner, • Comprehensive benefits package, • Client visits across Europe and the US, • Wellbeing days, • Company pension, laptop and iPhone, • Monthly and yearly incentives The Responsibilities: • Create high-quality reports, formatting CV’s and other client-facing and internal presentations, • Develop market maps at regional and global level that contain accurate organisational structures, • Supporting client meetings on active searches with relevant market content, • Begin to develop a network of professionals in the market you specialise in, • Conducting phone interviews to qualify prospective candidates against position requirements and present qualified candidates to the lead Consultant, Principal, Partner you work closely with The Requirements: • Minimum 2:1 degree from a Russell Group or red brick university, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish long-lasting relationships, • Proactive and self-motivated mindset, • Exceptional organisational and time management skills, • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, • Extracurricular achievements Virtus Talent are here to guide you through the interview process, make sure you are fully prepared for interviews and coach you on how to get your transferable skills and traits across in the interview. We will aim to secure you several interviews with several companies that you like the look of with the view of securing you several job offers.

Propeller Group, a Sunday Times Best Places to work PR agency, is seeking a bright and ambitious Account Exec or Senior Account Exec to join our team and work on an exciting list of clients in the media, marketing, advertising, and technology sectors. The role works closely with Account Managers and Account Directors to ensure PR campaigns run smoothly, accurately and efficiently. You will have between six months to two years of B2B PR experience, with excellent communication skills. You will be passionate about news, current affairs and the media in general. You will also be excited about working in the PR industry and helping clients to create stories that raise their profile and get them noticed by the target audiences they want to reach. Working at Propeller you will have the opportunity to develop your own skills and knowledge, and also contribute to the ongoing development of the agency by attending industry events such as Cannes Lions, Advertising Week Europe/New York, MADfest and Ecommerce Expo. Responsibilities and Duties • Assisting with day-to-day execution of client programmes, as directed by your account manager/director, and providing reliable support., • Client contact on day-to-day matters, including preparation for, attending, contributing to client meetings, when relevant and taking notes., • Taking initiative in identifying new opportunities and ideas, working in consultation with the account manager/director., • Developing good media contacts in areas relevant to client activity. Researching and writing news releases and articles for internal approval., • Liaison with media, taking a pro-active role in pitching in ideas Where necessary creating media lists., • Producing work that is consistently of high standard and needs minimal re-working., • Ensuring that client reporting procedures (contact reports, progress reports, agendas etc) are implemented, and in a timely fashion. What we’re looking for: • Strong communication and writing ability., • Good organisational and time-management skills., • Confident researcher with good attention to detail., • Eager to learn and proactive in taking responsibility., • Team player with a positive attitude., • Able to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines., • Honest, reliable and professional. What you’ll get from us: Propeller provides an environment where you can achieve fast career progression, including a personal training and development plan, whilst also being part of a company that has a fun and supportive, team-focused culture with very high levels of staff retention. You will receive a generous benefits package which includes: eligibility for a sabbatical after four years of service; private medical insurance; health & wellbeing monthly allowance; one day per annum paid leave for voluntary work; enhanced parental leave. Propeller also operates an annual bonus scheme for new business and client retention About Propeller: Based in London and New York, Propeller builds comms programmes that deliver tangible business impact. We shape and put our clients’ stories in front of the right people, helping them become more effective and grow, through PR, content, events and growth marketing. Clients include Snapchat, LinkedIn, Bloomberg, WPP Media, VML and Tesco Media.

We’re partnering with a research-led quantitative hedge fund deploying systematic absolute-return strategies in digital asset markets. The focus is medium-frequency, signal-driven research with disciplined portfolio construction and institutional-grade risk management. This is not a latency, market-making, or benchmark-aware environment. Performance is defined by robust, risk-adjusted alpha generation across market regimes . The Opportunity You will operate as a true alpha researcher — owning ideas from hypothesis through to production — within a collaborative, high-conviction research team. Scope includes: • Designing and validating systematic signals grounded in economic or behavioural rationale, • Rigorous time-series research with explicit regime awareness, • Portfolio construction and capital allocation within an absolute-return framework, • Building robust, production-grade research code and infrastructure Profile Sought Absolute-Return DNA • Experience researching or trading systematic strategies targeting positive P&L independent of market direction, • Clear understanding of risk-adjusted performance metrics (Sharpe, Sortino, drawdown control, tail exposure), • Evidence of taking signals from research to live capital allocation, • Strong statistical foundations (inference, regression, hypothesis testing, time-series modelling), • Sound judgement around machine learning — when it adds value and when it does not, • High standards around data integrity, leakage prevention, and experimental design, • Advanced Python in a research production environment, • Writes clean, testable, version-controlled code, • Comfortable operating in shared research infrastructure Background • 3–8 years in systematic buy-side research, quant hedge funds, or equivalent alpha-focused environments, • Candidates from discretionary macro, long-only, pure HFT/market-making, or crypto-only backgrounds without systematic alpha research experience are unlikely to be a fit, • Advanced degree (MSc/PhD) in a quantitative discipline strongly preferred This is a role for researchers who think in terms of risk capital, robustness, and long-term edge persistence — not model complexity for its own sake

Role :- The Quant researchers are responsible for conducting quantitative research using statistical and predictive modelling techniques. The researchers manage all aspects of the research process and work on the full lifecycles of strategy development, including analysis, testing, prototyping, back-testing, and performance monitoring. This position involves the creation of computer-based models that seek to predict the movements of worldwide financial markets. Requirements:- PhD in Engineering/Physics/Computer Science/Mathematics/Financial Engineering from a red brick University. Knowledge of machine learning, linear algebra Ideally based in London or Europe with no visa requirements. Programming proficiency with at least one major programming or scripting language (e.g. C++, Java, Python) and strong experience with machine learning methods and techniques. Interest in working for a start -up. You will have Internship experience from a fund , bank or asset manager. Apply:- Please send a PDF resume to

Senior Research Executive – Consumer Quantitative Research London (Hybrid) £34 – 37,000 + Bonus & Bens Exciting opportunity for a quant SRE to join a creative and independent insight consultancy. This role is ideal for those who have gained solid quantitative research experience within an agency, enjoy working in the consumer/FMCG space and want to join a collaborative & balanced insights consultancy that is helping to shape the future of consumer brands. Conducting research across five continents, this independent boutique with an enviable brand of its own provides global insight and consumer-grounded guidance to many of the world’s most recognisable and loved consumer brands. They pride themselves on being able to understand consumers’ relationships with brands. With quant research agency experience, you will be keen to continue to develop your skillset and become a well-rounded quant researcher who can input and make an impact in all aspects of projects, from design and management through to analysis and presentations. You will work with some of the most knowledgeable and respected practitioners and receive an extensive benefits package, including a career development budget.

Senior Product Manager London Full Time - up to £80,000 + benefits A leading digital services client that supports both public and private sector projects to deliver the best experiences for users is hiring for a Senior User Researcher UK-Wide. If you have experience in this field this role could be the role for you! What You’ll have the Opportunity to do as a Senior Product Manager: • Inspire and guide teams by helping them understand client needs and the bigger picture, • Work directly with senior stakeholders to help shape a clear vision, roadmap, and priorities, • Communicate confidently with a wide range of people, including subject matter experts, • Lead multidisciplinary teams delivering high impact work for high profile clients About The Candidate The right Senior Product Manager should have • Help others build strong product and user centred capabilities, • A track record as a product professional within a consulting environment, • Experience delivering user-centered digital services, • Experience with government digital service delivery (Ideal), • Lead and support a team of product specialists, • Use evidence and insight to drive decisions and keep users at the centre, • Bridge the gap between stakeholders and the delivery team, • Work confidently across Agile delivery methods (Scrum, Kanban) What’s in it for you? · £55,000 to £80,000 · Up to 25 days holidays per annum alongside UK public holidays · Health and Wellbeing Assurance · Pension Scheme contributions · Flexible Benefit Scheme To hear more about the Senior Product Manager role contact Daire McIlhatton at

Machine Learning Researchers - Hybrid My client is a stealth quantitative hedge fund. Their strategy spans mid-frequency trading (MFT) across equities, crypto, and futures. The broader ambition extends beyond trading performance toward eventually funding advanced research initiatives in science and engineering. The team includes quantitative researchers and developers from leading firms such as Two Sigma, Point72, WorldQuant, and SpaceX. Qualifications for ML Researcher • Recent, or soon to be graduate at a top international university, with relevant course work, internship, or other applicable experience or knowledge, • Masters degree (PhD preferred) in a quantitative or related field such as Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Physics., • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with teammates globally, • Strong sense of urgency with the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, • Programming skills essential, with at least one major programming or scripting language, strong preference for Python. If you are interested in the ML Researcher role then apply here.

We're building a team of top performers who thrive on solving hard problems, value precision and creativity, and are driven by results. You'll be joining a fast-paced setup that prizes autonomy, sharp thinking, and continuous learning. Who You Are: • You bring a deep academic foundation in a technical or quantitative subject—think Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a closely related area. While a Ph.D. is a strong asset, we also welcome standout candidates with Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees who have demonstrated exceptional capability., • You have a proven track record of pushing the boundaries in your field—whether through novel research, impactful projects, or real-world applications., • You’re fluent in at least one major programming language used in data science or systems development (such as Python or C++), and you’re comfortable writing efficient, clean code., • You think critically, adapt quickly, and approach challenges with creativity and focus., • You’re passionate about learning, iterating, and continuously improving your skills and impact., • You enjoy working in close collaboration with others and thrive in environments where ideas are rigorously tested and debated., • Experience in applied research—especially in tech or finance—is a bonus., • Designing and testing systematic trading strategies focused on digital assets., • Applying modern statistical and machine learning techniques to uncover market inefficiencies., • Exploring and evaluating new datasets to extract actionable signals., • Collaborating with other researchers and engineers to improve models and infrastructure., • Taking your research ideas from prototype to live deployment and receiving immediate feedback from real-world performance., • Work directly with experienced professionals from the forefront of quant finance and blockchain., • Be part of a flat, merit-based culture that values ideas, execution, and impact over titles., • See your work go live and deliver results in production—not in slides or whitepapers., • Grow rapidly alongside a high-caliber team in one of the most dynamic areas of finance.

SF Search Partners is a specialist executive search firm partnering with private equity‑backed, high‑growth, and established organisations to appoint senior leadership and mission‑critical hires. We work closely with PE investors and their portfolio businesses to deliver leaders who drive value creation, transformation, and growth. We pride ourselves on rigorous research, deep market insight, and delivering exceptional talent and service to our clients. The Role We are looking for an experienced Executive Researcher to support the team in delivering high‑quality executive search assignments. You will play a critical role in identifying, engaging, and assessing C‑suite and senior leadership talent, ensuring we present exceptional shortlists to our clients. This is a hands‑on research role, ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working on complex, high‑impact searches. Key Responsibilities • Conduct in‑depth market mapping and research for executive and senior leadership searches, • Source and identify high‑calibre C‑suite and senior candidates using a variety of channels, • Approach, engage, and hold credible conversations with senior‑level candidates, • Qualify and assess candidates against client briefs, ensuring quality and cultural fit, • Build strong long‑term relationships with senior professionals within your markets, • Partner closely with Consultants throughout the search process to deliver successful outcomes, • Prepare detailed candidate profiles, reports, and shortlists for client presentation, • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records within internal systems and databases, • Contribute insight on market trends, talent availability, and competitor activity About You • Proven experience as an Executive Researcher, Senior Researcher, or similar role within executive search, • Demonstrable experience sourcing, shortlisting, and speaking with C‑suite and senior leadership candidates, • Strong track record of supporting end‑to‑end executive search assignments, • Confident communicator, able to engage credibly with senior stakeholders and candidates, • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail, • Strong storytelling ability, • Comfortable working collaboratively with Consultants in a fast‑paced environment, • Proactive, intellectually curious, and driven to deliver high standards of work What We Offer • The opportunity to work on high‑profile executive search assignments, • A collaborative and supportive team environment, • Hybrid working (Office Location - London Mayfair), • Clear development and progression opportunities within executive search, • Competitive salary and benefits package

£200,000-250,000 GBP Yearly performance bonus Onsite WORKING Location: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent Quantitative Researcher - Systematic/Quantitative Macro - London/Paris Anson McCade are working with a renowned systematic hedge fund which is building out their Quant Macro business, with teams covering mid-frequency and intraday strategies across Fixed Income and FX spot/futures, commodity futures, and FICC/Equity Index Options and other derivatives. They have headcount for Quantitative Researchers to join new or expanding teams, where they will collaborate on the research of alphas, taking ownership of the end-to-end research process of their strategies, and can manage their own book. Role: • Research Quant Macro strategies in collaboration with other Quant Researchers in your team, • Manage, optimise and monitor these strategies in live trading, • Develop and enhance the infrastructure on an ad hoc basisRequirements:, • 2+ years of experience in Quantitative Research for Liquid Macro Futures, FICC markets, Equity Indices, and their derivatives., • Proficient Python coding, basic understanding of C++, • Strong academic record, including a Master's or PhD in a STEM or computational subject

£120,000 - 200,000 GBP Onsite WORKING Location: City Of London, Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent My client is a top-tier quantitative hedge fund headquartered in London renowned for its data-driven approach and innovative trading strategies. We are currently looking for an experienced Quantitative Researcher to join the Systematic Trading team. This team designs, builds, and maintains fully systematic strategies operating across a variety of global markets and trading frequencies. Key Responsibilities • Analyse vast and complex datasets using advanced statistical methods to uncover actionable insights., • Research, develop, and implement cutting-edge quantitative trading strategies., • Continuously monitor and improve the performance of existing strategies., • Develop a deep understanding of global market structures and microstructure dynamics.Requirements, • Advanced academic degree (PhD or Master's) in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering., • Strong programming skills in at least one core language - Python, C++, or Java., • Proven experience in quantitative research or systematic trading environments., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a highly collaborative, fast-paced team environment.What's on Offer, • Highly competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses., • Access to state-of-the-art technology, proprietary tools, and vast datasets., • A world-class team environment that encourages innovation, ownership, and growth.Interested in learning more? Click 'Apply Now', or reach out directly to Stephen Kennedy at Anson McCade via LinkedIn for more Information.

Role :- You will be working as a Quantitative Researcher possessing exceptional analytical capabilities and have a real passion for developing systematic strategies and coming up with new ideas. Prior experience in crafting high to mid- frequency trading signals is highly desirable. Candidates who exhibit an entrepreneurial spirit and the belief that any problem, no matter its complexity, can be addressed, are highly regarded. You will ideally be living in London or have the desire to relocate. Requirements :- A Master’s or a PhD degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science. Very strong research skills and experience using sophisticated mathematical tools in different contexts Strong programming skills in Python or Rust. Track record of having a scientific approach to analysing real-world problems and large amounts of empirical data (1+ year experience) Strong familiarity with concurrency and OOP Comfortable working with Linux/Unix, AWS, Git, Docker Apply :- Please send a PDF CV to

£200,000 - 250,000 GBP Performance Related Bonuses Onsite WORKING Location: Central London, Greater London - United Kingdom Type: Permanent My client, a leading global systematic hedge fund is seeking a Senior Commodities Quantitative Researcher to join its London-based team. The firm is renowned for its collaborative culture, strong research focus, and giving quants strong autonomy in a full-stack role. With an established and successful commodities platform across European markets, the team is now looking to expand into US Power and Gas. This hire will play a pivotal role in shaping and building out this next phase of growth. The Role As a senior member of the commodities research team, you will: • Lead the research, development, and implementation of systematic trading strategies focused on US Power & Gas markets, • Identify and exploit inefficiencies through data-driven modelling and advanced quantitative techniques, • Work closely with other researchers and technologists in a highly collaborative environment, • Contribute to the end-to-end research lifecycle, from idea generation through to production deployment, • Help define the research agenda and strategic direction for the US energy expansion Key Requirements, • Proven experience in systematic strategy research and development within commodities, ideally US Power and/or Gas, • Strong understanding of energy markets, fundamentals, and data structures, • Advanced quantitative skillset, including statistical modelling, time series analysis, and machine learning techniques, • Proficiency in programming (typically Python; experience with large datasets is essential), • Demonstrated ability to independently drive research projects while contributing to a team-oriented environment, • Excellent academic background in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science) Why Join?, • Opportunity to lead and shape a new growth areawithin an established, high-performing platform, • Strong emphasis on collaboration with high-calibre colleagues, • Autonomy and ownership over your research and ideas, • Competitive compensation aligned with impact

The client is looking for a systematic Quant Researcher to join the fund’s collaborative London-based team. This individual would utilise their experience, and understanding of the linear interest rate markets, to manage and oversee portfolios, utilising quantitative methodologies, to capture relative value opportunities across the G10 markets. There is a very high technical standard in this team, so they are looking for candidates with exceptional academic backgrounds. They are looking for a minimum of a master’s level degree, in a relevant stem subject, from a highly regarded international institution. The role will involve working closely with a range of senior stakeholders, so as well as excellent technical ability, there is a need for strong communication skills. Furthermore, the team prioritise finding candidates who combine high performance with low ego and a collaborative mindset as they are a nimble, close-knit team. Exceptional outlier profiles will be considered. Requirement: • 3+ years’ experience within rates relative value as a systematic quant within a top tier bank or hedge fund., • Minimum of master’s level education within a relevant stem subject., • Ambitious and entrepreneurial mindset We can only respond to highly qualified candidates.

Role:- As a quantitative researcher you will be responsible for developing automated quant trading strategies using sophisticated statistical techniques. Your role will involve:- • Statistical modelling of financial and non-financial datasets, examining real-world data., • Delivering high quality statistical research output against our research goals., • The opportunity to make an impact on the continued build out of Systematic Macro infrastructure ., • 3 + years prior experience on the buy side developing global Systematic Macro strategies with exposure to Equites, FX, EM FX, Commodities and Rates., • Extensive experience in financial data analysis with a focus on a highly rigorous and technical approach to modelling., • Experience of building and running systematic intraday futures/ FX strategies., • A background in statistical research for systematic investment management activities (returns forecasting, risk modelling, market impact modelling etc)., • Quantitative background - includes advanced degrees ( PhD) in Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science and Physics Please send a PDF resume to