Quantitative Data Scientist

Job Description:

Core-Asset Consulting is working with a leading investment-focused organisation to recruit a Quantitative Data Scientist for a hybrid role in Newcastle.

This role sits within a Portfolio Strategy function, focused on developing tools, applications and analytical frameworks to enhance investment processes.

You will work closely with stakeholders across the business to design and deliver high-quality, production-grade solutions, leveraging a wide range of datasets.

The position offers end-to-end ownership of development work, within a fast-paced and intellectually rigorous environment.

• Strong programming experience, particularly in Python and SQL


• Solid understanding of data science, data engineering and data analysis principles


• Strong academic background with a first-class degree in a relevant discipline (e.g.
  
  Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Computer Science)


• Experience working with time-series or complex datasets; financial data experience advantageous


• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment


• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders


• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail


• Ability to take ownership of work and deliver high-quality outcomes

• Engage with stakeholders and subject matter experts to gather requirements and deliver effective solutions


• Design, build and maintain end-to-end tools and applications supporting portfolio decision-making


• Develop statistical frameworks to evaluate forecasts and investment strategies


• Build monitoring and analytics solutions to extract insights from structured and alternative data


• Collaborate with technology and AI teams to enhance investment processes


• Take ownership of development projects from concept through to delivery

• A highly competitive salary


• Wider Benefits package

Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.

Job reference: 16425

To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

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