Description
We are seeking a Quantitative Finance Associate for our Off Cycle Internship Programme 2027 in London.
As a Quantitative Finance Associate, you will bring quantitative and analytical expertise to bear across the full spectrum of our Markets and Risk businesses. You will play an important role in the design and development of risk management and trading strategies, through the use of quantitative analysis, mathematical modelling, and technology, with the aim of optimising trading processes, development practices, systems and infrastructure as well as identifying growth and investment opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement quantitative models and strategies to enhance decision-making, pricing, and risk management.
- Design and maintain high-performance trading platforms and risk systems, integrating new features to improve reliability and user experience.
- Conduct research and data analysis to uncover market trends and drive innovation through advanced methodologies and technologies.
- Collaborate with traders, sales teams, and stakeholders in Risk and Finance to deliver customized solutions and translate business needs into scalable tech tools.
- Work cross-functionally with compliance, IT, and strategy teams to resolve system issues and continuously improve trading infrastructure.
Requirements
- Completed or in final year of a postgraduate qualification (Master’s degree or higher) in a technical discipline such as Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, Statistics, Stochastic Calculus, Computer Science, or other STEM subjects.
- Strong programming skills, particularly Python, C++, or Java.
- Logical problem-solvers with strong communication and collaboration skills.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to join one of our specialist teams, including Markets Quantitative Analytics, Risk Quantitative Analytics, and Electronic Trading.
- Immerse yourself in our work and culture and gain invaluable insights with this longer internship.
- Chance to work with the latest AI tools to work on algorithmic trading strategies, researching and developing models or producing data analysis tools for valuation and risk management.
About Barclays
Barclays is a global financial services organisation with a strong presence in London.