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Marshall WaceLondon

Quant Developer - Quant Association Programme - 2027

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Programme

Graduate

Location

London

About the role

Join Marshall Wace's Quantitative Associate Programme in London, starting flexibly in 2027. Work on systematic trading models, research asset returns, and receive on-the-job training in a fast-paced, meritocratic environment.

Programme Overview

  • Flexible start date between January and September 2027 in London.
  • Designed for highly numerate, high-calibre individuals in quantitative teams.
  • Focus on research, back testing, and forecasting asset returns over various horizons.
  • Encourages initiative and challenging conventional wisdom.
  • Participants often top university students.
  • On-the-job training from experienced colleagues with strong track records.

Role Responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, and maintain live systematic trading models.
  • Turn research into real-time trading actions.
  • Work spans systematic trading, technology, live performance monitoring, and portfolio management.
  • Integrate new research into production systems.
  • Build systems and controls to monitor live models.
  • Resolve live trading issues and drive automation at scale.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Annual base salary between $150,000 and $165,000.
  • Actual pay varies by experience, qualifications, and location.
  • Eligible for discretionary bonus and benefits.