Associate Quantitative Systematic Researcher

Please note this position is based in London and the successful candidates contractual location will be London; other locations cannot be considered.

Associate Quantitative / Systematic Researcher

About Us

At Aviva Investors our expertise is in matching the right investment approach to each clients unique needs. As the global asset management business of Aviva plc we bring together our broad investment capabilities to deliver client-focused solutions worldwide. Managing 253 billion in assets our 1000strong team across nine countries is brilliantly connected collaborative and focused on delivering outcomes that truly matter.

Working together and acting responsibly are central to how we operate. We take time to understand what our clients want to achieve and design solutions that last - strengthening every portfolio with diverse perspectives and integrated thinking. Our long track record in sustainable investing reflects our commitment to doing the right thing for clients and communities alike.

Everyone at Aviva Investors plays a part in creating an exceptional client experience. With the scale and influence to make a real difference we take our responsibility seriously. Join us and youll find an inclusive supportive environment where your contribution is valued high performance is recognised and youre empowered to shape your development.

We are recruiting for a Quantitative / Systematic Researcher to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who has experience in quantitative finance systematic strategy research or model development (buy-side sell-side or academia/industry research roles).

From fixed income and equities to multi-asset solutions our public markets teams build high-conviction portfolios based on deep research active management and robust portfolio construction. We take a long-term global view cutting through market noise to drive superior client returns while integrating sustainability at every step.

A bit about the role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Researcher to join the Systematic Investing team and contribute to the development of nextgeneration quantitative models and systematic investment strategies across our public markets platform.

The successful candidate will apply advanced statistical machine learning and mathematical techniques to research design and implement systematic signals and portfolio construction methods. This role is suited to an intellectually curious researcher with strong technical foundations experience in systematic model development and fluency with modern AI/LLM tools (e.g. Claude GPTbased models) to accelerate research coding productivity and workflow efficiency.

You will work closely with the Head of Systematic Investments portfolio managers data engineering and technology teams to help build a scalable institutional quantitative platform underpinning new and existing funds.

Skills and experience were looking for:

• MSc or PhD in Mathematics Physics Statistics Engineering Computer Science Machine Learning or similar quantitative discipline.

• Strong foundation in probability optimisation numerical methods and statistical learning.

• Advanced Python programming (NumPy Pandas SciPy Statsmodels PyTorch/JAX/TensorFlow beneficial).

• Proficiency with LLMbased tools (Claude GPT Copilot etc.) for research acceleration and enhanced productivity.

• Experience working with large datasets and modern data engineering tooling.

In this role youll be Certified under the Financial Conduct Authority / Prudential Regulation Authoritys Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). This means that well need to complete some regulatory background checks on you before you take up your role and well need to ask you some questions on an annual basis to make sure you remain fit and proper and competent to carry out your role. Well provide training on what holding a SMCR role means when you join us and annually thereafter.

What youll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today for a better tomorrow is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague:

• Competitive salary (depending on skills experience and qualifications).

• Discretionary bonus opportunity - depending on individual performance and Aviva Investors!

• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14% depending on what you put in.

• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days!

• Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need it.

• Make your money go further with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.

• Up to 1200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme.

• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carers leave.

• Flexible benefits to suit you including sustainability options such as cycle to work.

• Make a difference be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 annual volunteering days to help others.

Aviva is for everyone:

Were inclusive and welcome everyone we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box Even if you dont we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working including part time and job shares.

Most of our people are smart working spending at least 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility with time together with colleagues. To find out more about working at Aviva take a look here.

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