Description
FTSE Russell is seeking an experienced quantitative professional to join the Index Research & Design team as a Manager, Quantitative Research & Development. This role involves developing and maintaining quantitative research, analytics and automation platforms, building AI-enabled workflows, tools and agents, and supporting quantitative research initiatives, investment analytics and index methodology development across equity and multi-asset strategies.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and maintaining quantitative research, analytics and automation platforms
- Building AI-enabled workflows, tools and agents to improve research, operational efficiency and client support
- Supporting quantitative research initiatives, investment analytics and index methodology development across equity and multi-asset strategies
- Investigating and resolving complex data, analytics and operational issues while maintaining the highest standards of quality and accuracy
- Driving improvements in research infrastructure, development processes, CI/CD practices and cloud-based solutions
- Partnering closely with Research, Engineering, Technology, Product, Data Operations and Sales teams to deliver business objectives
- Providing analytical support and responding to internal and external enquiries relating to data, methodologies, analytics and product capabilities
- Contributing across the full lifecycle of research and product development, from idea generation and data validation through implementation, deployment and client-facing delivery
The ideal candidate will have approximately 10 years of experience spanning quantitative research, quantitative development, investment analytics or related disciplines. They will possess strong Python and SQL skills, experience with CI/CD, cloud computing, AI-assisted development tools and modern software engineering practices. A solid understanding of equity markets and quantitative investment techniques is essential.
LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.