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Campbell North

Quantitative Trader

City of London Full-Time 43200 - 72000 £ / year (est.) No home office possible

Job Description

Quant Trader — Systematic Prop Trading | London

A leading systematic proprietary trading firm is seeking an early-career Quant Trader to join their London office.

With a decades-long track record of success in high-frequency trading the firm has earned a reputation for technical excellence and innovation. Their teams span trading, research, and engineering, and they consistently operate at the cutting edge of quantitative finance.

What You’ll Do:

Trade live markets and adapt strategies in response to real-time events and changing economic conditions
Collaborate with a high-calibre team of researchers and engineers to refine alpha signals, optimise execution, and improve strategy performance on an ultra-low-latency platform
Take early ownership of projects that use data to uncover and develop new trading opportunities

What They're Looking For:

Strong quantitative and analytical skills
Experience or exposure to trading, quantitative research, or systematic strategies
A top academic background in a technical or mathematical discipline
Minimum 1 year of experience working on the buyside

Why Apply:

Top-of-market compensation
Real-time exposure to strategy development and execution
A collaborative, technically driven environment where ideas move quickly from research to production
Small-team structure with direct mentorship and high impact from day one
Willing to wait out non-compete periods if needed

This is a rare opportunity to work on complex, high-impact problems in a fast-paced and intellectually rewarding environment — with the infrastructure, support, and autonomy to thrive.

Apply for a confidential call to find out more about the team and role.

Quantitative Trader employer: Campbell North

Join a leading systematic proprietary trading firm in London, where you will be part of a dynamic team that values technical excellence and innovation. With top-of-market compensation and a collaborative work culture, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop your skills in a fast-paced environment. The firm offers direct mentorship and real-time exposure to strategy development, making it an ideal place for early-career professionals looking to make a significant impact in quantitative finance.