Systematic Index Strategist

Were currently look to hire a Systematic Index Strategist to join L&G Asset Management 

The Systematic Solutions team develops and manages systematic investment strategies across equities and fixed income. The role holder will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the teams research infrastructure including ownership of the teams PostgreSQL database Github repositories data ingestion processes and common analytical frameworks.

The role will work closely with investment researchers to develop maintain and productionise analytical tools and research code improving the efficiency robustness and governance of the teams investment process. Working alongside the wider Technology & Analytics function the role will act as a bridge between investment research and technology supporting the teams data modelling and automation capabilities.

In addition to infrastructure responsibilities the role will contribute to the research testing and implementation of systematic investment strategies across equity and fixed income markets. The role is well suited to an individual with strong quantitative development skills and an interest in moving towards investment research and strategy design over time.

What youll be doing:

• Maintaining and enhancing the teams PostgreSQL database and research infrastructure to support investment and research activities
• Developing and supporting data ingestion validation and monitoring processes across a range of internal and external data sources
• Managing GitHub repositories and promoting development best practice including version control documentation and code governance
• Refactoring and productionising research code into scalable and reusable analytical frameworks
• Building and maintaining Python libraries utilities and automated workflows that support investment research and portfolio analysis
• Collaborating with Technology & Analytics teams to enhance data processes tooling and development standards
• Supporting the research testing and implementation of systematic investment strategies across equity and fixed income markets
• Performing quantitative analysis and backtesting using market factor fundamental and ESG datasets to support investment decision making

Who were looking for:

• Strong Python programming skills and experience working with large datasets and analytical frameworks
• Experience with SQL and database management ideally PostgreSQL
• Good understanding of software development principles version control and collaborative development practices
• Experience developing data pipelines automation workflows or research infrastructure within an investment research or technology environment
• Knowledge of quantitative research techniques financial modelling or systematic investing concepts
• A degree in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics Physics Engineering Econometrics or Financial Economics
• A strong intellect with sufficient technical and investment knowledge to be able to win the confidence of stakeholders and various investment teams
• An interest in systematic investing and a desire to develop towards investment research and strategy design over time

Whatever your role we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• The opportunity to participate in our annual performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemes
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only)
• At least 25 days holiday plus public holidays 26 days after 2 years service. Theres also the option to buy and sell holiday
• Competitive family leave
• Participate in our electric car scheme which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only)
• There are many discounts we offer both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online
• Were creating netzero carbon workplaces by 2030 by investing in our sustainable modern offices across the UK all designed to bring people together and elevate the inperson experience

Additional Information :

At L&G we believe its possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. 

If you join us youll be part of a welcoming inclusive culture with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds views and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.

We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand we accommodate requests when we can. 

It doesnt matter if you dont meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths potential and connection to our purpose. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time