GRSL - Trading Analyst
The company:
Gambit Research is a London-based quantitative research and software firm specialising in algorithmic trading solutions for the global sports betting market. Since 2005, we've built a reputation for combining cutting-edge statistical modelling with robust real-time systems to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive industry. Our success is driven by our people. We're a tight-knit team of research mathematicians, computer scientists and analysts, all operating at a high level in their respective fields.
The role :
An immediate vacancy exists to join Gambit's Trading Operations team. You'll be responsible for overseeing and managing algorithmic trading strategies in real time, making rapid, high-impact decisions, and delivering clear, actionable analysis and reports.
You should expect to work a mixture of:
- Weekend afternoon/evenings (typically 15:00-23:00, Sat-Sun)
- Weekday afternoon/evenings (typically 15:00-23:00, Mon-Fri)
- Weekday days (typically 10:00-18:00, Mon-Fri)
You'll develop expertise in analysing high-frequency trading behaviour, identifying patterns, and contributing to strategy improvements. Over time, you'll build hands-on experience with tools such as SQL, Python and Spark, supported by structured on-the-job training. We look for strong collaborators and communicators who enjoy challenges and significant responsibility, and who thrive in complex, dynamic environments.
The requirements:
- A university degree or equivalent qualification (analytical subject preferred but not essential)
- The ability to demonstrate strong numerical/analytical skills.
- The ability to think and work quickly, logically and accurately within a high-paced environment.
- Comfortable taking ownership of problems and working independently when required.
- Naturally curious, with a desire to understand how complex systems behave and why.
- An interest in football or sports betting is helpful, but not essential.
- A willingness to work at 'unsociable' hours.
- Excellent communication skills, including good written skills.
- An interest in/knowledge of sports betting would be preferable.
The perks :
You'll join a tight-knit, high-performing team where even junior members are trusted to contribute ideas and influence trading decisions from an early stage.
We offer a competitive remuneration package including:
- Participation in company bonus scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Private health insurance (includes subsidised gym membership)
- Life assurance and income protection schemes
- Twice monthly cooked office lunches
- Funded social events
- Flexibility for hybrid working for certain shifts
Please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining why you feel you are suitable for the role, including any relevant experience, skills or knowledge you would bring to the role.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,000.00-£34,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London W6 7JP
