Hedge Fund Graduate Role
About the Role
Our client is looking to crack the hardest challenges in systematic investing and is recruiting across all levels of experience, regardless of experience level.
If you are passionate about rigorous research, have exceptional technological and development skills, and enjoy solving complex problems with curiosity and persistence, we want to hear from you.
We’re seeking scientific minds who thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, where experts from diverse fields complement one another, share knowledge, and foster each other’s professional growth.
Why work in the UAE?
This position is based in the UAE, offering the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance and technology in one of the world’s most rapidly growing global hubs. The UAE provides an ideal environment for innovation, offering: A thriving financial and tech ecosystem. A multicultural, collaborative work environment. Access to world-class infrastructure and global markets. A high standard of living with a dynamic lifestyle and cultural experiences.
In the UAE, you’ll be part of a global team, working on high-impact projects while enjoying all the benefits of living in a vibrant and forward-thinking country.
About the Role – Data Curation:
As a Data Curation Specialist, you will play a key role in managing and organising the critical datasets that fuel research and production efforts.
You’ll work closely with the research and production teams to ensure data is structured and prepared for rigorous statistical analysis and seamless integration into production systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage relationships with data vendors and oversee data trials.
Catalogue, onboard, and ingest raw data while assessing its quality.
Structure both frozen and live datasets for statistical analysis and production use.
Collaborate with research and production teams to implement prototypes and production applications.
Requirements:
A PhD or Masters Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) is preferred.
Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a passion for working with data.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
If you’re excited about making a direct impact on cutting-edge systematic investing strategies, apply today!
We will respond within 72 hours.
Hedge Fund Based in the UAE
Our client is a leading systematic investment firm dedicated to solving the most complex challenges in finance through cutting-edge research, technology, and data-driven insights. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate to develop innovative investment strategies, leveraging advanced data curation, rigorous analysis, and state-of-the-art technology. With a commitment to excellence, we empower our people to push boundaries and make a meaningful impact in the world of global investing.
The Recruitment process
How to Apply:
Submit Your Interest: Begin by submitting your interest for the position. We’re excited to learn more about you and your interest in the position.
Receive a Bespoke Task: We will send you a customised task tailored to the specific responsibilities of the position. This task will simulate the real-world challenges you’ll face in the role, allowing you to showcase your data analysis skills and approach. It's designed to ensure you have a clear understanding of what working with us entails, and provides a chance to demonstrate your potential beyond just your past experience.
Complete the Task: You’ll be given a set time frame to complete the task. During this time, you'll have the opportunity to apply your abilities, skills, and creativity.
Receive Detailed Professional Feedback: After you submit your completed task, it will undergo a thorough review by our professional team. You’ll receive detailed feedback on your work, outlining strengths, areas for improvement, and insights on how your work compares to industry standards. This feedback aims to support your growth, offering you invaluable guidance whether you advance in the process or not.
Outcome & Final Interviews: Once we’ve reviewed all the tasks, we will select candidates based on their performance and potential. Your merit and how you approached the task will be the key deciding factors, rather than relying on your past experience. If you’ve shown promise and your skills align with what we’re looking for, you will be invited to the final interview stage, where we’ll dive deeper into your qualifications and how you’d contribute to our team.