Manager, Quant Researcher/Developer
Role Overview
Manager, Quantitative Research & Development role in FTSE Russell's Equities & Multi-Asset Index Research & Design team.
The work spans quantitative research, software development, data quality, operational support, and client engagement.
The team works with Product, Engineering, Technology, Data Operations, Sales, and clients on index methodologies, analytics, and investment solutions.
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Role overview
Manager, Quantitative Research & Development role in FTSE Russell's Equities & Multi-Asset Index Research & Design team.
The work spans quantitative research, software development, data quality, operational support, and client engagement.
The team works with Product, Engineering, Technology, Data Operations, Sales, and clients on index methodologies, analytics, and investment solutions.
Research and development
- Develop and maintain quantitative research, analytics, and automation platforms.
- Build AI-enabled workflows, tools, and agents to improve research, operational efficiency, and client support.
- Support quantitative research, investment analytics, and index methodology development across equity and multi-asset strategies.
- Contribute from idea generation and data validation through implementation, deployment, and client-facing delivery.
Operations and collaboration
- Investigate and resolve complex data, analytics, and operational issues while maintaining quality and accuracy.
- Improve research infrastructure, development processes, CI/CD practices, and cloud-based solutions.
- Partner across Research, Engineering, Technology, Product, Data Operations, and Sales to deliver business objectives.
- Provide analytical support and respond to internal and external enquiries about data, methodologies, analytics, and product capabilities.
Candidate profile
- Approximately 10 years of experience in quantitative research, quantitative development, investment analytics, or related disciplines.
- Strong Python and SQL skills, with experience in CI/CD, cloud computing, AI-assisted development tools, and modern software engineering practices.
- Solid understanding of equity markets and quantitative investment techniques, including regression analysis, optimization, factor investing, and risk modeling.
- Financial database and platform experience with Worldscope, IBES, Lipper, Datastream, and Refinitiv Workspace is highly desirable.
- Able to adapt, manage competing priorities, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
About FTSE Russell and LSEG
FTSE Russell provides global indices, analytics, and data solutions used by financial institutions and supports investment management, product development, and portfolio construction.
LSEG describes itself as a global financial markets infrastructure and data provider, with stated values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence, and Change.
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