Quantitative Analyst – Trading Analytics

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.

 

Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions.

 

Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.

 

The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.

 

Founded in London in 1866, the Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries.  We are 5,200 people strong.  We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

About Liquidnet

Liquidnet is a next-generation agency execution specialist. Powered by technology that helps drive institutional alpha, our trading and liquidity network intelligently and securely connects the world’s investors with the world’s investments.

Established in 1999 on the belief that there was a better way to trade, Liquidnet' journey began with a vision to create a platform that goes beyond traditional transactional models.

We wanted to build a community where traders could connect, collaborate, and execute trades with confidence. Over the years, we've grown from a vision into a thriving ecosystem that empowers the buy side in ways never before imagined.

We are committed to making trading more efficient, intelligent, and accessible. Our purpose guides every decision we make, from the tools we develop to the relationships we nurture with our Members.

Role Overview

As a Quant Analyst at Liquidnet, you will play an important role in supporting a leading agency electronic trading brokerage and equity trading desk in the APAC region.

This role will enable the individual to deploy their programming and data skills to create incisive analysis on product usage and market structure content; across market data, historical tick data, market signal events, and statistical methodologies.

As an integral part of our Analytics team, this position primarily supports the Trading Desk function. It offers opportunities to extend beyond the traditional quantitative analyst role, allowing for growth and development within the team.

Role Responsibilities:

• Running Global TCA (Transaction Cost Analysis) reports and ad-hoc analysis for APAC clients across all Liquidnet’s products, including Negotiated and Algorithmic trading
• Deliver the analytics offering to clients, seeking mechanisms and opportunities to integrate it into the Sales function
• Analyze clients’ trades on a regular basis as part of best execution obligations
• Contribute to ideas-generation on ways to quantify market structure nuances and provide timely updates at times of changes
• Automating client report production and working with analytics development team on future analytic platform developments
• Liaise with global peers to ensure enhancements to APAC analytics deliverables are addressed
• Contribute to maintenance of existing quant models regularly and adjustment of global models for local requirements
• Working with regional Marketing to help design and develop marketing materials for Liquidnet products and performance.
• Participate in ad-hoc tasks as assigned.

Experience / Competences

Essential:

• Qualifications in Mathematics, Engineering and/or Computer Science or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in a Quant/Analytical role
• Ability and ease of working with large datasets
• Practical programming experience in Python and/or SQL
• A strong aptitude for analytical and quantitative thinking
• Must possess a hands-on attitude at all levels and a building analysis capability (this may involve developing the necessary system and technical knowledge to be able to trade and provide thought leadership and input into the design of our analytics platform).
• Solutions-orientated from both an innovative and strategic perspective
• Proven ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels
• Excellent listening, written, analytical, strategic and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated development skills in a collaborative, team-oriented style
• Passion for staying current with industry trends; incorporating emerging best practices into everyday work

Desired:

• Strong knowledge of Asia-Pacific equities markets and/or electronic trading

Job Band & Level: Professional, 4

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Not The Perfect Fit?

Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.

Company Statement

We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. 

Location

Hong Kong - 25th Floor - One Hennessy - Wan Chai