Systematic Trading Jobs in the UK

1 to 25 of 37 Systematic Trading Jobs in the UK

Senior Quantitative Researcher/ Sub-PM

London Area, United Kingdom
Alexander Chapman
Title: Senior Quantitative Researcher/Sub-Portfolio Manager Location: New York/London Team: Systematic Trading Strategies About the Role: Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Quantitative Researcher or Sub-Portfolio Manager to join a systematic trading team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the full lifecycle of alpha research … and strategy development, with the potential to manage risk capital independently or transition into a lead PM role over time. Key Responsibilities: Design, research, and implement systematic trading strategies across global equities, futures, FX, or other liquid asset classes Conduct high-quality alpha signal research using alternative data, statistical techniques, and machine learning when appropriate Develop and … P&L Potential to transition into a standalone PM role or run a sub-portfolio within defined risk limits Requirements: 5+ years of experience in quantitative research or trading at a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or top-tier investment bank Proven track record of alpha generation or contribution to profitable strategies Deep understanding of statistical More ❯
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Senior Quantitative Researcher/ Sub-PM

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Alexander Chapman
Title: Senior Quantitative Researcher/Sub-Portfolio Manager Location: New York/London Team: Systematic Trading Strategies About the Role: Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Quantitative Researcher or Sub-Portfolio Manager to join a systematic trading team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the full lifecycle of alpha research … and strategy development, with the potential to manage risk capital independently or transition into a lead PM role over time. Key Responsibilities: Design, research, and implement systematic trading strategies across global equities, futures, FX, or other liquid asset classes Conduct high-quality alpha signal research using alternative data, statistical techniques, and machine learning when appropriate Develop and … P&L Potential to transition into a standalone PM role or run a sub-portfolio within defined risk limits Requirements: 5+ years of experience in quantitative research or trading at a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or top-tier investment bank Proven track record of alpha generation or contribution to profitable strategies Deep understanding of statistical More ❯
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Senior Quantitative Researcher/ Sub-PM

london, south east england, united kingdom
Alexander Chapman
Title: Senior Quantitative Researcher/Sub-Portfolio Manager Location: New York/London Team: Systematic Trading Strategies About the Role: Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Quantitative Researcher or Sub-Portfolio Manager to join a systematic trading team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the full lifecycle of alpha research … and strategy development, with the potential to manage risk capital independently or transition into a lead PM role over time. Key Responsibilities: Design, research, and implement systematic trading strategies across global equities, futures, FX, or other liquid asset classes Conduct high-quality alpha signal research using alternative data, statistical techniques, and machine learning when appropriate Develop and … P&L Potential to transition into a standalone PM role or run a sub-portfolio within defined risk limits Requirements: 5+ years of experience in quantitative research or trading at a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or top-tier investment bank Proven track record of alpha generation or contribution to profitable strategies Deep understanding of statistical More ❯
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Senior Quantitative Researcher/ Sub-PM

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Alexander Chapman
Title: Senior Quantitative Researcher/Sub-Portfolio Manager Location: New York/London Team: Systematic Trading Strategies About the Role: Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Quantitative Researcher or Sub-Portfolio Manager to join a systematic trading team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the full lifecycle of alpha research … and strategy development, with the potential to manage risk capital independently or transition into a lead PM role over time. Key Responsibilities: Design, research, and implement systematic trading strategies across global equities, futures, FX, or other liquid asset classes Conduct high-quality alpha signal research using alternative data, statistical techniques, and machine learning when appropriate Develop and … P&L Potential to transition into a standalone PM role or run a sub-portfolio within defined risk limits Requirements: 5+ years of experience in quantitative research or trading at a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or top-tier investment bank Proven track record of alpha generation or contribution to profitable strategies Deep understanding of statistical More ❯
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Senior Quantitative Researcher/ Sub-PM

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Alexander Chapman
Title: Senior Quantitative Researcher/Sub-Portfolio Manager Location: New York/London Team: Systematic Trading Strategies About the Role: Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Quantitative Researcher or Sub-Portfolio Manager to join a systematic trading team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the full lifecycle of alpha research … and strategy development, with the potential to manage risk capital independently or transition into a lead PM role over time. Key Responsibilities: Design, research, and implement systematic trading strategies across global equities, futures, FX, or other liquid asset classes Conduct high-quality alpha signal research using alternative data, statistical techniques, and machine learning when appropriate Develop and … P&L Potential to transition into a standalone PM role or run a sub-portfolio within defined risk limits Requirements: 5+ years of experience in quantitative research or trading at a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or top-tier investment bank Proven track record of alpha generation or contribution to profitable strategies Deep understanding of statistical More ❯
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C++ Developer - Systematic Trading - HFT - Hedge Fund

London, United Kingdom
Vertus Partners
C++ Developer - Systematic Trading - HFT - Hedge Fund £200000 - £400000 per annum + Bonus and Benefits Contact email: Job ref: cpp/hf/01 Start date: ASAP A global HFT Hedge Fund is looking to hire an experienced C++ Quant Developer. They are looking for an experienced C++ Developer with a background in HFT and Ultra Low … Latency programming to assist in building out their Cross Asset Trading capability. As a member of a dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to play an important role in the world of electronic and algorithmic trading. Your work will involve a wide range of responsibilities, from exchange price feeds and core trading systems to back … testing engines, tick data management, exchange simulators, and trading gateways. Collaborating closely with investment management professionals such as Quants and Trading teams, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing cutting-edge systems that keep the business ahead of the curve. Candidates will require: Strong C++ Development background on Linux Business knowledge in FX More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Systematic Market Making - Lead C++ Developer - Vice President - London

London, United Kingdom
WeAreTechWomen
Overview YOUR IMPACT With the SMM team our platform developers, researchers and traders co-own the trading business. As a trading group we aim to leverage best-in-class technology and quantitative approaches to produce scalable and repeatable returns across the assets we trade, as well as innovation in how … the division provides liquidity to our client franchise. We are looking for someone with a passion for using technology to drive commercial results, to focus on building our equities systematic market making business. The team structure is designed to embrace hybrid skillsets across software development, quantitative research and trading. Systematic Market Making - Equities Equities SMM is a systematic … clients, primarily via electronic channels, in equities, futures and ETFs. Our mission is to grow liquidity provision, increase innovation across the division, generate trading revenues, and run systematic trading and risk management strategies. As an automated trading business, SMM manages both the financial and operational risks trading revenues and aims to More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Graduate Recruiter - Systematic Trading Technology & Machine Learning

London Area, United Kingdom
Algo Capital Group
Graduate Technical Recruiter - Trading Technology & Machine Learning About Algo Capital: Algo Capital is a leading global algorithmic talent firm specializing in Quantitative Trading and Trading Technology recruitment across the US, EMEA, and APAC. We partner with the most exclusive clients in the trading industry, who are pushing the boundaries of AI, machine … Python, Low Latency systems, and advanced AI/ML roles. Who You Are: Recent STEM or related field graduate with a strong interest in technical recruitment for Finance, Trading Technology, or FinTech Entrepreneurial mindset Eager to learn about recruiting for C++, Python, Low Latency systems, and Machine Learning candidates Adaptable and enthusiastic about fast-paced trading … depth talent mapping for high-caliber tech professionals Help implement scalable processes for outstanding recruitment experiences Contribute to DEIB initiatives in tech hiring Learn about market trends in Trading Technology and AI Stay updated on developments in C++, Python, and Low Latency systems Receive mentorship from our directors and senior consultants Benefits: Competitive base salary with commission structure More ❯
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Graduate Recruiter - Systematic Trading Technology & Machine Learning

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Algo Capital Group
Graduate Technical Recruiter - Trading Technology & Machine Learning About Algo Capital: Algo Capital is a leading global algorithmic talent firm specializing in Quantitative Trading and Trading Technology recruitment across the US, EMEA, and APAC. We partner with the most exclusive clients in the trading industry, who are pushing the boundaries of AI, machine … Python, Low Latency systems, and advanced AI/ML roles. Who You Are: Recent STEM or related field graduate with a strong interest in technical recruitment for Finance, Trading Technology, or FinTech Entrepreneurial mindset Eager to learn about recruiting for C++, Python, Low Latency systems, and Machine Learning candidates Adaptable and enthusiastic about fast-paced trading … depth talent mapping for high-caliber tech professionals Help implement scalable processes for outstanding recruitment experiences Contribute to DEIB initiatives in tech hiring Learn about market trends in Trading Technology and AI Stay updated on developments in C++, Python, and Low Latency systems Receive mentorship from our directors and senior consultants Benefits: Competitive base salary with commission structure More ❯
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Quantitative Developer Rust Crypto

London, South East, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Method Resourcing
London, Paris, or Singapore) - you WILL need the right to work in your chosen country Crypto Hedge Fund The Opportunity We're building a cutting-edge high-frequency trading platform in Rust, and we're looking for exceptional Quant Developers to join the team. This is a chance to work on the systems that drive modern markets: ultra … low latency trading algorithms, front-office risk and execution systems, and integrations with leading DeFi venues. If you thrive in high-performance environments, want to solve some of the hardest technical challenges in trading, and prefer a collaborative culture to the usual hedge fund politics, this is the seat you've been waiting for. What You … class team of developers and quants to push the limits of performance and scale What We're Looking For 2+ years' experience building trading systems (HFT/systematic trading) Strong Rust skills (C++ accepted if you've shipped commercial Rust projects too) Deep knowledge of order books, order state machines, and low-latency architecture Background More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £120,000 - £200,000 per annum
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Global Banking & Markets - Quantitative Developer - VP - London

London, United Kingdom
WeAreTechWomen
invaluable quantitative perspectives on complex financial and technical challenges power our business decisions. We are a team of strategists who work to transform the Equity business through quantitative trading, automating the key decisions … taken every day. Our team has a wide remit across product types such as stock, options, ETFs and futures, with strategies including market making, automatic quoting, central risk books, systematic trading and algorithmic execution, trading on venues around the world. We deploy statistical analysis techniques and mathematical models to improve business performance while working closely … with traders and salespeople on the trading floor to bring value to our clients and the firm. Role Responsibilities Take a leading role on our Quantitative Trading & Market Making desk, building market making and quoting strategies across equities products from cash to derivatives. Implement automated hedging algorithms, and build platforms to manage risk centrally across asset More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Investment Risk

London Area, United Kingdom
Black Swan Group
Cutting-edge trading fund operating at the intersection of data science, finance, and technology. Strategies are fully automated and deployed across global markets, leveraging advanced statistical methods, machine learning, and high-frequency execution. As we continue to scale, we’re seeking a sharp, detail-oriented Investment Risk Analyst to strengthen our risk function and help us stay one … ahead in today’s complex markets. The Role As an Investment Risk Analyst, you’ll play a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and managing risk across our portfolio of systematic trading strategies. You’ll work closely with quants, portfolio managers, and developers to ensure that risk is not just a control—but a core input into our … field) Experience with portfolio risk analytics and tools (e.g., factor models, VaR engines) Solid programming skills (Python strongly preferred; familiarity with SQL, R, or C++ a plus) Familiarity with systematic or algorithmic trading strategies High attention to detail, curiosity, and the ability to challenge assumptions constructively More ❯
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Investment Risk

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Black Swan Group
Cutting-edge trading fund operating at the intersection of data science, finance, and technology. Strategies are fully automated and deployed across global markets, leveraging advanced statistical methods, machine learning, and high-frequency execution. As we continue to scale, we’re seeking a sharp, detail-oriented Investment Risk Analyst to strengthen our risk function and help us stay one … ahead in today’s complex markets. The Role As an Investment Risk Analyst, you’ll play a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and managing risk across our portfolio of systematic trading strategies. You’ll work closely with quants, portfolio managers, and developers to ensure that risk is not just a control—but a core input into our … field) Experience with portfolio risk analytics and tools (e.g., factor models, VaR engines) Solid programming skills (Python strongly preferred; familiarity with SQL, R, or C++ a plus) Familiarity with systematic or algorithmic trading strategies High attention to detail, curiosity, and the ability to challenge assumptions constructively More ❯
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Investment Risk

london, south east england, united kingdom
Black Swan Group
Cutting-edge trading fund operating at the intersection of data science, finance, and technology. Strategies are fully automated and deployed across global markets, leveraging advanced statistical methods, machine learning, and high-frequency execution. As we continue to scale, we’re seeking a sharp, detail-oriented Investment Risk Analyst to strengthen our risk function and help us stay one … ahead in today’s complex markets. The Role As an Investment Risk Analyst, you’ll play a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and managing risk across our portfolio of systematic trading strategies. You’ll work closely with quants, portfolio managers, and developers to ensure that risk is not just a control—but a core input into our … field) Experience with portfolio risk analytics and tools (e.g., factor models, VaR engines) Solid programming skills (Python strongly preferred; familiarity with SQL, R, or C++ a plus) Familiarity with systematic or algorithmic trading strategies High attention to detail, curiosity, and the ability to challenge assumptions constructively More ❯
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Investment Risk

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Black Swan Group
Cutting-edge trading fund operating at the intersection of data science, finance, and technology. Strategies are fully automated and deployed across global markets, leveraging advanced statistical methods, machine learning, and high-frequency execution. As we continue to scale, we’re seeking a sharp, detail-oriented Investment Risk Analyst to strengthen our risk function and help us stay one … ahead in today’s complex markets. The Role As an Investment Risk Analyst, you’ll play a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and managing risk across our portfolio of systematic trading strategies. You’ll work closely with quants, portfolio managers, and developers to ensure that risk is not just a control—but a core input into our … field) Experience with portfolio risk analytics and tools (e.g., factor models, VaR engines) Solid programming skills (Python strongly preferred; familiarity with SQL, R, or C++ a plus) Familiarity with systematic or algorithmic trading strategies High attention to detail, curiosity, and the ability to challenge assumptions constructively More ❯
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Investment Risk

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Black Swan Group
Cutting-edge trading fund operating at the intersection of data science, finance, and technology. Strategies are fully automated and deployed across global markets, leveraging advanced statistical methods, machine learning, and high-frequency execution. As we continue to scale, we’re seeking a sharp, detail-oriented Investment Risk Analyst to strengthen our risk function and help us stay one … ahead in today’s complex markets. The Role As an Investment Risk Analyst, you’ll play a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and managing risk across our portfolio of systematic trading strategies. You’ll work closely with quants, portfolio managers, and developers to ensure that risk is not just a control—but a core input into our … field) Experience with portfolio risk analytics and tools (e.g., factor models, VaR engines) Solid programming skills (Python strongly preferred; familiarity with SQL, R, or C++ a plus) Familiarity with systematic or algorithmic trading strategies High attention to detail, curiosity, and the ability to challenge assumptions constructively More ❯
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Quant Dev - G5 FX Algo Trading

London Area, United Kingdom
Barclay Simpson
Join a small & high-calibre systematic FX quant team building a greenfield algo trading platform for the major G5 currencies. Work on production-ready, revenue-generating strategies alongside ex-top IB and hedge fund professionals. Experience the thrill of working in a buyside environment in the heart of London’s hedge fund hub — while only required to … Salary is ~£130k and negotiable for the right candidate. What You’ll Do Design, implement, and refine alpha-generating signals for G5 FX. Integrate models into production-ready trading strategies . Build and maintain robust execution algorithms for live trading. Take strategies from research → backtest → live deployment . Collaborate with traders on strategy deployment and performance . Write … to have but not a requirement. Contribute in a flat, high-calibre team with direct senior leadership exposure. Who We’re Looking For 2–5+ years in quant development, systematic trading, or algo development. Strong experience with alpha signal generation, systematic strategies, and execution systems . Hands-on programming skills: Java (primary), C C/C# More ❯
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Quant Dev - G5 FX Algo Trading

City of London, London, United Kingdom
Barclay Simpson
Join a small & high-calibre systematic FX quant team building a greenfield algo trading platform for the major G5 currencies. Work on production-ready, revenue-generating strategies alongside ex-top IB and hedge fund professionals. Experience the thrill of working in a buyside environment in the heart of London’s hedge fund hub — while only required to … Salary is ~£130k and negotiable for the right candidate. What You’ll Do Design, implement, and refine alpha-generating signals for G5 FX. Integrate models into production-ready trading strategies . Build and maintain robust execution algorithms for live trading. Take strategies from research → backtest → live deployment . Collaborate with traders on strategy deployment and performance . Write … to have but not a requirement. Contribute in a flat, high-calibre team with direct senior leadership exposure. Who We’re Looking For 2–5+ years in quant development, systematic trading, or algo development. Strong experience with alpha signal generation, systematic strategies, and execution systems . Hands-on programming skills: Java (primary), C C/C# More ❯
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Quant Dev - G5 FX Algo Trading

london, south east england, united kingdom
Barclay Simpson
Join a small & high-calibre systematic FX quant team building a greenfield algo trading platform for the major G5 currencies. Work on production-ready, revenue-generating strategies alongside ex-top IB and hedge fund professionals. Experience the thrill of working in a buyside environment in the heart of London’s hedge fund hub — while only required to … Salary is ~£130k and negotiable for the right candidate. What You’ll Do Design, implement, and refine alpha-generating signals for G5 FX. Integrate models into production-ready trading strategies . Build and maintain robust execution algorithms for live trading. Take strategies from research → backtest → live deployment . Collaborate with traders on strategy deployment and performance . Write … to have but not a requirement. Contribute in a flat, high-calibre team with direct senior leadership exposure. Who We’re Looking For 2–5+ years in quant development, systematic trading, or algo development. Strong experience with alpha signal generation, systematic strategies, and execution systems . Hands-on programming skills: Java (primary), C C/C# More ❯
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Quant Dev - G5 FX Algo Trading

london (city of london), south east england, united kingdom
Barclay Simpson
Join a small & high-calibre systematic FX quant team building a greenfield algo trading platform for the major G5 currencies. Work on production-ready, revenue-generating strategies alongside ex-top IB and hedge fund professionals. Experience the thrill of working in a buyside environment in the heart of London’s hedge fund hub — while only required to … Salary is ~£130k and negotiable for the right candidate. What You’ll Do Design, implement, and refine alpha-generating signals for G5 FX. Integrate models into production-ready trading strategies . Build and maintain robust execution algorithms for live trading. Take strategies from research → backtest → live deployment . Collaborate with traders on strategy deployment and performance . Write … to have but not a requirement. Contribute in a flat, high-calibre team with direct senior leadership exposure. Who We’re Looking For 2–5+ years in quant development, systematic trading, or algo development. Strong experience with alpha signal generation, systematic strategies, and execution systems . Hands-on programming skills: Java (primary), C C/C# More ❯
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Quant Dev - G5 FX Algo Trading

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Barclay Simpson
Join a small & high-calibre systematic FX quant team building a greenfield algo trading platform for the major G5 currencies. Work on production-ready, revenue-generating strategies alongside ex-top IB and hedge fund professionals. Experience the thrill of working in a buyside environment in the heart of London’s hedge fund hub — while only required to … Salary is ~£130k and negotiable for the right candidate. What You’ll Do Design, implement, and refine alpha-generating signals for G5 FX. Integrate models into production-ready trading strategies . Build and maintain robust execution algorithms for live trading. Take strategies from research → backtest → live deployment . Collaborate with traders on strategy deployment and performance . Write … to have but not a requirement. Contribute in a flat, high-calibre team with direct senior leadership exposure. Who We’re Looking For 2–5+ years in quant development, systematic trading, or algo development. Strong experience with alpha signal generation, systematic strategies, and execution systems . Hands-on programming skills: Java (primary), C C/C# More ❯
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Quantitative Researcher

Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Radley James
A top systematic trading firm is looking to expand their FICC division in London and are looking to speak with experienced alpha researchers who can design and implement trading strategies within intra-day rates or bonds domains. You'll be joining an established trading group with a long history of PnL success, with … MSc, PhD from a top school in Maths, Physics, Computer Science (or similar domain). 1-3 years experience at a tier-1 trading firm working on systematic FICC strategies. Experience coding in Python. Strong bias for action and commercial mindset. More ❯
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Quantitative Researcher

london, south east england, united kingdom
Radley James
A top systematic trading firm is looking to expand their FICC division in London and are looking to speak with experienced alpha researchers who can design and implement trading strategies within intra-day rates or bonds domains. You'll be joining an established trading group with a long history of PnL success, with … MSc, PhD from a top school in Maths, Physics, Computer Science (or similar domain). 1-3 years experience at a tier-1 trading firm working on systematic FICC strategies. Experience coding in Python. Strong bias for action and commercial mindset. More ❯
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Quantitative Researcher

slough, south east england, united kingdom
Radley James
A top systematic trading firm is looking to expand their FICC division in London and are looking to speak with experienced alpha researchers who can design and implement trading strategies within intra-day rates or bonds domains. You'll be joining an established trading group with a long history of PnL success, with … MSc, PhD from a top school in Maths, Physics, Computer Science (or similar domain). 1-3 years experience at a tier-1 trading firm working on systematic FICC strategies. Experience coding in Python. Strong bias for action and commercial mindset. More ❯
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Data Engineer - Quantitative Trading Frameworks - Hedge Fund

London, United Kingdom
Vertus Partners
per annum + Bonus, Pension, Other Benefits Contact email: Job ref: DE/1103/GC_ Start date: ASAP Job Overview A leading Systematic Trading Firm is looking to bolster their Front Office Data team by hiring a Quantitative Data Engineer to work on their core Trading Frameworks. Responsibilities: Working hand-in-hand with Trading More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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Systematic Trading
10th Percentile
£110,750
25th Percentile
£111,250
Median
£120,000
75th Percentile
£137,500
90th Percentile
£168,750