At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and build analytical models to turn complex data into clear insights.
- Company: Fast-growing UK SaaS company with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and community engagement opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team that values growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Be a pioneer in shaping a new analytical capability and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Strong quantitative skills and experience with data analysis tools.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
- Quantitative Research Analyst
- Portsmouth, Hampshire | Hybrid – 2 to 3 days per week in office
- Overview
We’re building a new analytical capability within our business and are looking for a Quantitative Research Analyst to play a key role in shaping it.
This is a hands‑on role focused on designing and building structured models that bring together complex inputs and turn them into clear, useful outputs.
The role combines quantitative modelling with analysis and interpretation, and would suit someone who enjoys working with data while also applying judgement to understand what really matters.
- What You Will Be Doing
- Building and refining analytical models and decision‑support frameworks
- Working with multiple datasets and shaping them into structured outputs
- Developing logical approaches to ranking, weighting and interpretation
- Analysing outputs to identify patterns, anomalies and areas for improvement
- Applying judgement to interpret findings and assess what is meaningful
- Preparing clear analysis and sharing insights with internal stakeholders
- Becoming the internal point of reference for this area over time
- What We Are Looking For
- Strong quantitative background (e. g. Maths, Finance, Economics, Engineering)
- Advanced Excel modelling skills
- Experience building analytical models or structured frameworks
- Experience using Python, SQL or R for analysis (beneficial)
- Ability to work with complex or ambiguous data and draw clear conclusions
- Comfortable combining analysis with interpretation and judgement
- Confident presenting findings and explaining your thinking
- Curious, detail‑oriented and persistent
- Why This Role Is Interesting
- Build the first version of a new analytical capability
- Take early ownership of a high‑impact problem
- Grow into the internal expert in this domain
- Work closely with Product, Engineering and leadership teams
- Apply both quantitative and qualitative thinking to real‑world problems
What we offer in return
- Employment with a fast‑growing UK Saa S company.
- Hybrid working in our Cosham office (ideally in office 3 days per week).
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Be part of a fantastic company culture; we all display our Company DNAs and foster a “One Team” and growth mentality.
- Give back to the wider community with volunteer days, fundraisers and charity events.
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Quantitative Research Analyst in Portsmouth employer: Lead Forensics
Lead Forensics is an exceptional employer that prioritises a supportive and collaborative work culture, allowing employees to thrive in a fully remote environment or opt for hybrid working at our Cosham office. We are committed to employee growth, offering opportunities for mentorship and leadership development, while also encouraging community engagement through volunteer days and charity events. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and continuous improvement in the field of security compliance.
