MW
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.