Senior Associate, International Strategy & Operations

Company Overview:Founded in 1983, Caxton Associates is a distinguished global trading and investment firm with offices in key financial hubs such as London, New York, New Jersey, Monaco, and Singapore. Our core business revolves around managing client and proprietary capital through innovative global macro hedge fund strategies. With a wide-ranging mandate, we engage in trading a diverse array of global markets and financial instruments.About the Associate Portfolio Manager Program:At Caxton Associates, we pride ourselves on nurturing exceptional investment talent. Established in 2012, our Associate Portfolio Manager (APM) Program is designed to cultivate the next generation of Portfolio Managers. This program offers an incredible opportunity for high-potential investors, accomplished sell-side professionals, and quantitative analysts to refine their investment skills.Our APM Program has proven to be a successful talent pipeline, with over 25% of our current Portfolio Managers having joined through this initiative, including many of our most senior risk takers.Position Overview:We are currently on the lookout for experienced systematic portfolio managers and/or analysts. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in utilizing various asset classes with a flexible approach to holding periods. Our primary focus is on technical expertise and a solid grasp of quantitative and systematic investment methodologies.If you are eager to join this program, please submit your CV, investment track record (if available), and a comprehensive outline of your proposed investment strategy.

Company Overview:Founded in 1983, Caxton Associates is a prestigious global trading and investment firm with a presence in key financial hubs including London, New York, Monaco, and Singapore. Our primary focus lies in managing both client and proprietary capital through innovative global macro hedge fund strategies. Our diverse asset management approach allows us to engage in a wide array of global markets and financial instruments.About the Associate Portfolio Manager Program:At Caxton Associates, we pride ourselves on cultivating top-tier investment talent. This commitment inspired the launch of our comprehensive two-year Associate Portfolio Manager (APM) Program in 2012, designed as an exceptional pathway for high-potential buy-side investors, elite sell-side trading professionals, or distinguished quantitative analysts across various hedge fund disciplines, including discretionary macro, systematic macro, emerging markets macro, systematic trading, equity long-short, and event-driven strategies.The APM Program provides immersive exposure and rigorous training aimed at enhancing participants' investment acumen, ultimately facilitating their advancement to senior Portfolio Manager roles within Caxton. Notably, over a quarter of our current Portfolio Managers have successfully risen through this program, attesting to its effectiveness and significance.Candidate Profile:We are in search of candidates with 3 to 10 years of experience in asset management, hedge funds, and/or market-making. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in and ideally have direct experience implementing proposed investment strategies and associated markets. We value entrepreneurial risk-takers eager to develop and expand their investment strategies. The ability to work autonomously while also collaborating with diverse stakeholders is essential, as is a demonstrated commitment to ongoing growth and professional development.If you are passionate about the financial markets, possess a robust work ethic, and meet the outlined criteria, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV, investment track record (if available), and a comprehensive outline of your proposed investment strategy. A detailed strategy outline is a critical component of your application.We look forward to exploring your potential and welcoming you to contribute to the esteemed legacy of Caxton Associates.

Maven’s Systematic Alpha team is seeking exceptional portfolio managers to contribute to our global expansion. Our group utilizes meticulously researched strategies in trading across futures, options, and equities. We adopt a scientific and process-oriented trading approach, fostering a flexible research environment that efficiently facilitates the development, testing, and implementation of innovative ideas. The Role: This is a remarkable opportunity to research, develop, and execute systematic strategies across listed instruments such as futures and FX. You will take full ownership of the trade/strategy life-cycle, actively monitoring and managing portfolio risk to optimize the risk/reward profile. We promote a collaborative environment with our Quant PMs, encouraging teamwork and shared success. What We’re Looking For: The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of the systematic inefficiencies they aim to exploit. They will have played a pivotal role in the research and execution of the strategy and will be adept at developing new strategies from concept to implementation. 3+ years of experience as a Portfolio Manager or 4-5 years as an Assistant Portfolio Manager; Realized Sharpe ratio greater than 2.5; Proven track record of successful strategy execution; In-depth knowledge of the strategy; Robust coding expertise; Strong research capabilities; Master's degree or PhD in a scientific discipline; Experience working with large time series data; Excellent programming skills in Python or Julia. Why You Should Apply: Join a highly rewarding, collaborative, and successful trading firm; Enjoy a flexible research environment for developing, testing, and deploying new ideas; Work in a tech-driven environment where technology is critical to our success; Thrive in a supportive atmosphere that empowers you to achieve your ambitions; Experience a friendly, informal, and rewarding culture.

Join our dynamic team at Teza Technologies as a Junior Project Manager focusing on natural gas trading. In this pivotal role, you will design and implement systematic, data-driven trading strategies that directly contribute to profitability and enhance our competitive position in the market.LocationLondon, UK (Hybrid work model requiring 3 days in the office)Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, test, and implement systematic trading strategies in the natural gas markets.Analyze extensive, high-frequency, and fundamental datasets to generate predictive signals and improve existing models.Oversee positions, exposures, and P&L to ensure conformity with portfolio risk parameters.Work alongside quantitative developers to transform research prototypes into production-ready trading systems.Integrate natural gas fundamentals (storage, flows, weather, policy, infrastructure) into model development and trading strategies.Participate in comprehensive research cycles: from idea generation to backtesting, stress testing, and performance attribution.Basic RequirementsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in a STEM-related field (Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, etc.).Proficient coding skills in Python.Previous experience in algorithmic trading, quantitative research, or a similar role across any asset class.Demonstrated experience in natural gas markets (trading, research, or analytics).Understanding of time-series modeling, statistical analysis, or systematic trading methodologies.Solid grasp of financial markets and portfolio risk management concepts.Capability to excel in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience with real-time trading systems and algorithmic execution.Familiarity with ETL pipelines and large-scale data infrastructures.Knowledge of portfolio risk frameworks.Graduate-level research or professional experience in quantitative finance or commodities trading.What We OfferA collaborative and innovative work environment.Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Company Overview:Founded in 1983, Caxton Associates is a distinguished global trading and investment firm, boasting offices in major financial hubs including London, New York, Monaco, Singapore, and Dubai. Our core mission is to expertly manage both client and proprietary capital across a diverse array of liquid global hedge fund strategies. With a strong commitment to alpha generation, we leverage our broad trading mandate to navigate global markets and instruments effectively.The Role:We are actively searching for seasoned Portfolio Managers with experience across various strategies, including but not limited to:Discretionary MacroEmerging Markets MacroEquity Long/ShortEvent-DrivenFixed Income Relative ValueMedium-Frequency SystematicCommoditiesIn this pivotal role, you will manage a substantial capital allocation, apply rigorous risk management techniques, and thrive in our collaborative, research-centric environment. We prioritize teamwork, encouraging ongoing discussions about macroeconomic trends, geopolitical shifts, and financial market dynamics. We seek professionals capable of providing unique insights within their investment domain and contributing to the firm's overarching strategic vision, harnessing collective expertise to drive alpha generation.Key Responsibilities:Independently oversee a significant capital allocation by formulating, executing, and monitoring an alpha-oriented investment strategy.Develop portfolios that aim to achieve asymmetric returns with minimal correlation to traditional markets by leveraging variant market perspectives.Implement comprehensive risk management, consistently evaluating the value of all positions and investment hypotheses.Collaborate within a global team, enhancing and benefiting from shared insights and collective knowledge.Adhere strictly to all industry regulations and internal risk management protocols.

At Maven Securities Holding Ltd, we specialize in deploying rigorously researched strategies across futures, options, and equities. Our Systematic Alpha team utilizes cutting-edge technology to execute a scientific and methodical approach to trading. We foster a flexible research environment that empowers our team members to develop, test, and implement innovative ideas efficiently. By valuing creativity and collaboration, we ensure a supportive atmosphere that maximizes our team's potential. Our commitment to excellence allows us to elevate proven strategies across diverse alpha sources and time horizons using state-of-the-art execution technologies.The Role: Collaborate with fellow researchers to conceptualize and develop new trading strategies and signals. Engage in risk management discussions and contribute to trading operations while gaining exposure to the entire investment pipeline.

Join our dynamic team at Mavensecuritiesholdingltd as a Portfolio Manager specializing in capturing unique market inefficiencies. We are looking for a seasoned professional who has demonstrated expertise in both the research and execution of investment strategies. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to innovate and develop strategies from conception to execution.The successful Portfolio Manager will have a profound understanding of market dynamics, enabling them to assess and articulate when their strategies excel or falter.Our offices are located in both London and Monaco.

Join Maven Securities Holding Ltd as a Quantitative Developer specializing in Systematic Equities Trading. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your expertise in Python to develop innovative trading strategies and robust quantitative models. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of traders and quants to enhance our trading platform and improve performance metrics.As a key contributor, you will engage in data analysis, algorithm development, and implementation of systematic trading strategies. Your insights will be critical in driving our trading operations and achieving competitive advantages in the market.

Role Overview Utility Warehouse is looking for a Technology Portfolio Manager based in London. This role oversees a wide range of technology projects, guiding them from planning through to delivery. The position focuses on keeping projects aligned with business strategy, timelines, and budgets. What You Will Do Manage and prioritize a portfolio of technology initiatives. Work with teams across the business to coordinate project goals and resources. Monitor progress to ensure projects finish on schedule and within budget. Help align technology investments with company objectives. Collaboration This position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to make sure technology projects deliver value and support Utility Warehouse’s strategic direction.

About WPP MediaWPP is the trusted partner for growth for the world’s leading brands. With a combination of exceptional talent, reliable data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships, we empower our clients to navigate change, seize opportunities, and achieve transformational growth through our innovative marketing platform, WPP Open.WPP Media serves as WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, integrating media, data, and partnerships to provide creative personalization at scale. Through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients gain clear insights into the effectiveness of their media investments.For more information, visit wppmedia.com.Opportunity OverviewThis is a remarkable opportunity for a Strategy Associate Director to join a high-performing team, playing a pivotal role in shaping the strategic vision for adidas, one of the most iconic and innovative brands globally.As part of the central adidas EU Brand Planning team, you will be key in defining and steering the strategic direction of major, pan-European campaigns. You will lead the development of innovative strategic frameworks, translate complex insights into compelling media strategies, and oversee their execution across our specialist Hubs and 19 local market teams.

Join Deliveroo as a Finance & Strategy Associate, where you will play a crucial role in shaping our financial strategy and driving business growth. In this dynamic position, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights that support our strategic initiatives. Your analytical skills and strategic mindset will be vital in helping Deliveroo maintain its position as a leader in the food delivery industry.

About AQR Capital Management AQR is an esteemed global quantitative investment management firm that stands at the intersection of economics, behavioral finance, data, and technology. Since its establishment in 1998, AQR has been on a relentless quest to understand market dynamics and leverage that knowledge to enhance our clients' portfolios. We provide a diverse array of traditional long-only and alternative investment strategies across equity, macro, arbitrage, and multi-strategy solutions to a global clientele. At AQR, we cultivate an environment of academic excellence, intellectual integrity, and a steadfast commitment to uncovering the truth. We encourage our team to question assumptions and embrace a spirit of collaboration, transparency, and openness to innovation. The Team The Portfolio Solutions Group operates within AQR’s Business Development department. Our mission is to tackle the broader portfolio challenges faced by our clients and the investment community at large by producing innovative thought leadership, including research papers and presentations, as well as conducting custom analyses for clients on various asset allocation and investment selection issues. Your Role We are in search of a Portfolio Solutions Associate who will assist in developing and delivering tailored analyses across a wide array of investment topics and asset classes, while also providing support for whitepapers and presentations aimed at AQR clients. Support senior members of the Portfolio Solutions Group in enhancing relationships with investors through insightful analysis and thought leadership. Develop and maintain analytical tools using Excel and/or Python. Conduct a variety of customized portfolio analyses in response to client inquiries. Cultivate a robust understanding of AQR products and multi-asset classes, demonstrating enthusiasm for the broader field of investing. Collaborate with various AQR teams (sales, marketing, research, portfolio management) across diverse projects, including asset class modeling, tool/infrastructure development, content creation, and distribution of white papers. Create and update high-quality presentation materials. What You’ll Bring A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business, or a quantitative science/engineering discipline from a top-tier university is preferred. Other degrees with relevant work experience may also be considered. 3-5 years of pertinent post-undergraduate experience in a related field.

Join us in making a significant positive impact on the planet as we drive the global renewable energy revolution. At Octopus Energy Generation (OEGEN), we are dedicated to sourcing, investing in, and managing a diverse range of utility-scale renewable energy assets. With a global portfolio exceeding £7 billion, we are committed to cultivating a team that mirrors the diversity of the communities we serve.Our mission is to reshape the energy lifecycle and ensure every green electron is valuable, achieving outstanding results for our customers, investors, the environment, and society, while accelerating the journey towards net zero.About the Role:We are looking for a skilled Portfolio Manager to become a part of our Fund Management team, reporting directly to the Head of Funds and Sustainability. You will oversee a variety of energy transition strategies, including the Octopus Energy Transition Fund, an Asia-focused energy transition fund, and a forthcoming growth equity strategy set to launch in Q3. Your leadership will ensure strong governance, disciplined financial oversight, and high-quality investor reporting across these initiatives.This role requires a blend of robust fund management expertise, commercial acumen, and effective cross-functional leadership. You will collaborate closely with the platform team, the Singapore team, and the Ventures team, ensuring a cohesive fund management strategy across different investment types and operating models. You will oversee all energy transition valuations, coordinating inputs and ensuring outputs are well-supported and suitable for committee and investor review.As a manager, you will lead a team of two, responsible for maintaining the quality and consistency of the team's output across monthly and quarterly valuations, investor reports, governance documents, and fund-level analyses. This position is ideal for someone who is adept at navigating both established and growing strategies, possesses knowledge in private equity or infrastructure, and can balance meticulous attention to detail with a practical, collaborative approach.

Forteus, the asset management arm of Numeus Group, stands as a leader in digital asset investment, adhering to the highest institutional standards across Alpha Strategies, Trading, and Asset Management. Supported by Schroders plc, one of Europe’s preeminent asset managers, we bring unparalleled expertise to the financial landscape.Our team consists of seasoned professionals with extensive backgrounds in finance, blockchain technology, and market analysis. We embody an institutional discipline coupled with an entrepreneurial spirit, leveraging our profound knowledge of capital markets to champion the enduring importance of blockchain technology and digital assets.We are on the lookout for a seasoned, fundamentally-focused discretionary Portfolio Manager to spearhead a specialized strategy aimed at publicly traded equities that are significantly tied to the blockchain and digital asset ecosystem. This encompasses technology providers, infrastructure firms, mining operations, exchanges, and financial services entities operating within this dynamic sector.In this influential role, you will establish the investment framework, lead stock selection, construct the portfolio, and manage associated risks. Collaborating with specialists in digital assets, traders, and seasoned investment professionals, you will develop a distinctive, institutional-quality strategy.

Join Deliveroo as a Senior Associate in Finance and Strategy, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping our business strategies. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance and strategic initiatives.

Relay is revolutionizing the logistics landscape for the digital age. With a landmark logistics Series A funding of $35 million from leading deep-tech investors Plural, whose portfolio includes advancements in fusion energy and space exploration, Relay is outpacing 99.98% of venture-backed startups in terms of growth. We are on a mission to build an exceptionally talented team, the most skilled in the logistics sector.Our Mission is to eliminate friction in commerce. High delivery costs currently impose an invisible tax on e-commerce, shaping what can be marketed online and restricting participation. We envision a future where goods move freely among individuals, creating a seamless and inclusive online shopping experience.THE TEAM• A close-knit group of approximately 110 individuals, with over 50% specializing in engineering, product development, and data analysis.• More than 45 advanced degrees in disciplines such as computer science, mathematics, and operations research.• We analyze and predict thousands of data points for every parcel we manage.• A culture that thrives on first principles thinking, fast feedback cycles, and continuous experimentation.About the RoleAs we expand our network of over 600 pitstop partners across the UK, each partner requires careful onboarding, consistent performance monitoring, coordination with our Middle Mile operations, and support during challenges. Currently, much of this knowledge is held informally, relying on manual processes and ad-hoc solutions that do not scale.This position aims to transform these processes. You will oversee the systems aspect of our Pitstop operations: determining optimal procedures, designing scalable infrastructures, and collaborating with product and engineering teams to implement solutions. Your role will not merely involve problem analysis but also executing lasting fixes that can handle tenfold growth.We seek a candidate skilled in systems thinking, capable of clear communication, and proficient in driving projects to completion. Experience in a dynamic operations or strategy role is essential, as is the ability to engage effectively with engineers.

Join Multiverse as a Portfolio Lead, where you will spearhead innovative projects that shape the future of learning and development. As a vital member of our team, you will lead a diverse portfolio of initiatives, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance program outcomes and drive strategic growth. Your leadership will empower our teams to deliver exceptional learner experiences, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Maven Securities Holding Ltd is a leading proprietary trading firm established in 2011, with a global presence in major financial hubs including London, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, New York, and Sydney.Our proprietary trading division, Maven Investment Partners, employs a diverse multi-strategy investment approach, deploying capital across a variety of investment and trading strategies. Our global team consists of over thirty highly skilled portfolio managers and analysts.What sets Maven apart is our exclusive focus on managing our own capital through an employee-owned model. We have consistently delivered exceptional returns on equity since our inception, fostering an entrepreneurial culture that allows for flexibility in diverse investing and trading styles. We value both traditional and innovative strategies and encourage our investment team to collaborate closely to share insights, identify synergies, and maximize opportunities.Our centralized infrastructure enables our investment professionals to trade independently while adhering to a robust risk-management and operational framework. We are committed to investing in proprietary technology across all business units.Maven's mission is to remain a market-leading investment house, attracting and retaining the best portfolio managers and traders in the industry.Role Overview:Maven is seeking an exceptional Portfolio Manager to join our UK-based investment team. The selected candidate will be responsible for constructing a long-short portfolio of European SMID cap equities.The ideal candidate will possess a strong expertise in identifying companies trading at significant discounts to their fundamental value, along with the ability to pinpoint opportunities with clear catalysts for unlocking shareholder value.The successful candidate will demonstrate exemplary risk management skills in portfolio construction as well as in mitigating exposure to broader market fluctuations.We are looking for candidates who can generate original investment ideas, grounded in a deep fundamental understanding of their covered companies, and who are aware of industry and market dynamics that could affect valuation. An effective process for engaging with management teams, as well as the ability to form independent views in light of information from corporates, sell-side analysts, and other market sources is essential.The selected individual will take ownership of all investment decisions, oversee the entire portfolio construction, and manage comprehensive risk assessment.

Join Konrad Group as an Associate Consultant specializing in Strategy & Technology. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative strategies that leverage technology solutions. Your insights will help clients navigate complex challenges and drive their digital transformation initiatives.As an Associate Consultant, you will be involved in conducting market research, analyzing business processes, and providing actionable recommendations to enhance operational efficiency. You will also assist in the implementation of technology-driven solutions that align with our clients' strategic goals.