At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse trading data and develop quantitative models to optimise trading strategies.
- Company: Join Morgan Stanley, a leading financial services firm with a commitment to diversity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with strong focus on innovation and analytical methodologies.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the fast-paced world of equity derivatives and enhance trading efficiency.
- Qualifications: Master’s or PhD in a quantitative field and 3+ years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Morgan Stanley’s Equities Division is seeking a Strategist / Quantitative Analyst to join its Flow Optimization team in London, focusing on the analysis of trading activity, hedging optimization, and pricing and risk management models supporting decision‑making across equity derivatives markets. Strats are integral contributors to the firm’s revenue‑generating activities, working in close collaboration with traders, sales, and technology teams within the Sales & Trading Division. They play a key role in enhancing trading efficiency, improving analytical frameworks, and supporting data‑driven decision‑making across a broad range of products and market conditions.
Responsibilities
- Analyse trading activity and client flow data to identify patterns, opportunities, and areas for optimization across the business.
- Develop quantitative models and analytical frameworks to support pricing, execution, and risk management processes.
- Conduct statistical analysis and backtesting of trading and hedging strategies under varying market conditions.
- Build and maintain scalable data pipelines, monitoring tools, and research infrastructure used by trading and strategist teams.
- Partner closely with traders, sales, and technology teams to improve workflows, enhance decision‑making, and support strategic initiatives.
- Contribute to the continuous enhancement of analytical methodologies and automation capabilities within the team.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline.
- Relevant experience (3+ years) in a quantitative, trading, data science, or analytical role within financial services.
- Strong analytical and quantitative problem‑solving skills, with experience working on large and complex datasets.
- Solid understanding of financial markets and trading environments.
- Experience with statistical modelling, data analysis, and research methodologies.
- Strong programming skills in Python; experience with data engineering or distributed computing frameworks is a plus.
- Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across trading, technology, and business teams.
- Self‑motivated individual with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
IED - Equity Derivatives Strat - Associate / VP employer: 935 MS & Co Intl Plc - UK
Morgan Stanley is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from a culture that prioritises diversity and inclusion, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth through challenging projects and mentorship from industry leaders. With a focus on analytical excellence and cutting-edge technology, team members are empowered to make impactful contributions to the firm's success in the fast-paced world of equity derivatives.
Contact Details:
935 MS & Co Intl Plc - UK Recruitment Team
