Quantitative Researcher (Applied Modelling & Financial Analytics)

Chi Square Economics
Newcastle upon Tyne
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Senior Consultant at Chi Square Economics

Quantitative Researcher (Applied Modelling & Financial Analytics) - competitive salary -

Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK or Madrid, Spain

We’re working with a fast-growing, technically driven consultancy as it expands its quantitative research team in both Newcastle and Madrid. The firm partners with leading financial institutions on a broad range of projects — from pricing and risk analytics to trading tools and model development — offering the chance to apply advanced technical skills to high-impact, real-world problems.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a solid foundation in quantitative finance and programming, who is now looking to take on more responsibility and contribute to full-lifecycle development across both research and delivery.

You’ll be working in a team that designs, builds, and implements models and analytical tools used in derivatives pricing, trading, and risk management. The role combines technical depth with hands-on exposure to real financial products and market data.

Responsibilities:

  • Developing and maintaining pricing, risk, and trading models across multiple asset classes
  • Writing clean, production-quality code to support model deployment and tool development
  • Using data and statistical methods to solve practical financial problems
  • Collaborating with stakeholders across quant, dev, and client-facing teams
  • Supporting and enhancing existing models and tools as market needs evolve

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical fluency, financial product knowledge, and a strong interest in solving complex challenges. You’ll be comfortable working independently on model development while also contributing as part of a collaborative and fast-paced team.

Key Qualifications

  • Postgraduate degree (MSc or PhD) in a highly quantitative subject (e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Engineering) from a top-tier university
  • Prior experience in financial services or fintech (e.g. investment bank, asset manager, hedge fund, or analytics provider)
  • Working understanding of derivatives pricing, modelling, or risk analytics (e.g. in Rates, Equities, or structured products)
  • Strong coding ability in one or more of: C#, C++, Python, Java
  • Exposure to machine learning or advanced statistical methods is a plus
  • Strong academic performance at A-Level (or equivalent)

Please note: applicants must have the right to work in the UK or Spain. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hands-on work in real financial markets with high visibility
  • Fast-paced yet balanced working culture — with a focus on quality, not long hours
  • Opportunities to learn from experienced quants, software engineers, and finance professionals
  • Growth and progression potential in a business with long-term backing and ambitious plans

If you’re looking for a role that builds on your existing experience and challenges you with meaningful work in quantitative finance, this could be a fantastic next step in your career.

Please apply or please reach out to Andrew for a confidential discussion to learn more about this opportunity ().

By applying to this advert you agree to your personal details being held on file in relation to this and other future relevant opportunities.

Seniority level

  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment typeFull-time

Job function

  • Job functionAnalyst
  • IndustriesSoftware Development and Financial Services

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