Graduate Quant Researcher

WHAT’S DIFFERENT ABOUT A TRADING CAREER AT IMC?

IMC trades a wide range of financial instruments, in many different ways. This means we look for different types of traders; from the quantitative minds who enjoy the mathematical side of trading to more operationally focused personalities who thrive on interacting with brokers over the phone.

Our traders share one thing in common, though: they are at their best when solving complex problems. Their insights into global events, market shifts and pricing ensure we always trade in the right place, at the right time.

ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Quantitative Researcher at IMC, you will be given resources and opportunities to effectively impact our global trading strategies. IMC is a place where creativity, teamwork and innovation are recognized and rewarded. Quantitative Researchers collaborate with Traders to evaluate existing models and suggest improvements, requiring superior analytical, mathematical, and computing skills. As a Quantitative Researcher, you will have the freedom to find your niche within the firm and excel. We hire the best because responsibility and ownership starts on day one at IMC.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Build custom analysis tools to explore new research ideas

• Design mathematical models based upon trading ideas

• Apply rigorous analytical and quantitative techniques to solve complex problems

• Implement these new models and launch them into production

• Conduct best practice to keep our eco-system logical and consistent

YOUR FIRST SIX MONTHS

As a Quantitative Researcher at IMC, you will have the opportunity to work on global teams to learn from the best Traders, Quants, and Engineers from around the world. You will participate in a global traineeship program beginning in February 2021 or August 2021 focused on enhancing your knowledge of quantitative trading, programming, and mathematics. At IMC, we foster a supportive environment allowing you the freedom to contribute and assume real responsibility, even on day one. 

READY TO APPLY?

Our hiring process, including tips on applying and interviewing with IMC, is described on our website. Now it’s up to you! Apply today to start your journey with IMC.

IMC: JOIN THE LEADER IN GLOBAL MARKET MAKING

IMC is a leading global market maker with offices in Europe, the US and Asia-Pacific. We use algorithmic trading and advanced technology to buy and sell securities across multiple trading venues. Our vital role, at the centre of the financial markets, provides liquidity for buyers and sellers worldwide.

In the late 1980s, IMC quickly identified the importance of technology in the fast-evolving trading environment. Our passion for innovation continues to drive us today. Although our company has grown rapidly over recent decades, we still approach our work with the same entrepreneurial spirit, with an emphasis on continuous improvement and innovation. We like our people to think for themselves and we give them the responsibility and support they need to make an impact. This means real work as well as dedicated training programmes and mentors.

While we work hard, we also have a lot of fun – whether solving complex challenges or taking part in team-building, leisure and sporting activities. IMC also enables its employees to contribute to a better society through our foundation.