Quantitative Analyst – Benchmarks & Indices

My client is looking for a technically strong, quantitatively minded quantitative analyst to join their Benchmark & Indices product team on a 12-month maternity cover, with a genuine opportunity to become permanent.

In this role, you’ll work closely with senior product leaders to design, model and deliver systematic investment strategies and index solutions across rates, FX, money markets and commodities. This is a hands‑on position for someone who loves data, quantitative modelling, and the challenge of building IP from scratch.

• Developing and back‑testing new index and systematic strategy concepts
• Sourcing, validating and preparing large sets of market data
• Building models and tools in Python and Excel
• Analysing competitor indices and market trends
• Producing documentation (methodologies, specs, fact sheets)
• Working cross‑functionally with commercial teams and internal stakeholders

• Strong quantitative skill set and Python proficiency
• Experience in markets such as rates, FX, MM or commodities
• Background in structuring, QIS, index products or quantitative research
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely
• Someone who thrives in a varied, intellectually stimulating environment

London (hybrid working)

Ideal candidates will be immediately available or have a short notice period to allow for handover.