Job Description

Posted 3 weeks ago

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quant Analyst with a passion for sports, data, and quantitative modelling to join a high-performing and innovative team based in Central London.

This role is ideal for an experienced quantitative professional who thrives on solving complex analytical problems, working with large-scale datasets, and developing sophisticated models that directly influence trading and decision-making processes. You will collaborate closely with analysts, traders, and developers in a fast-paced, data-driven environment where your insight and expertise will have a genuine impact.

The successful candidate will be intellectually curious, commercially aware, and comfortable taking ownership of projects while contributing as a senior member of a collaborative team. A strong academic background in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field is essential. Previous exposure to sports trading, betting markets, or predictive modelling within sport would be highly advantageous.

Alongside a highly competitive salary, the company offers an exceptional office environment and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge data and technology in one of the most exciting sectors in quantitative analytics.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse, interpret, and model large and complex datasets
Develop and enhance quantitative models to support trading strategies and market analysis
Apply statistical and probabilistic techniques to generate actionable insights
Collaborate with traders, analysts, and software developers to improve systems and performance
Identify new opportunities through data-driven research and innovation
Contribute to the continuous improvement of analytical methodologies and tools

Skills & Experience Required

Strong programming skills in several of the following: Python, C#, C++, Java
Advanced knowledge of mathematical modelling, statistics, and probability
Proven analytical and problem-solving ability
Experience working with large-scale data and data science methodologies
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment
Genuine interest in sports analytics, trading, or betting markets

Preferred Background

MSc or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or another highly quantitative discipline
Previous experience within sports trading, quantitative finance, betting analytics, or predictive modelling environments would be beneficialSpectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy