Family Office Senior Investment Research Analyst

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a high-calibre Investment Research Analyst with strong derivatives expertise and direct trading desk experience to join a performance-driven investment team. This role is to support portfolio cinstruction ans risk management within a long-term investment framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate high-conviction, tradeable ideas across derivatives markets (options, futures, volatility strategies)
• Identify relative value opportunities, volatility mispricing, and event-driven trades
• Support portfolio construction with downside protection and volatility management
• Analyse macro trends to inform strategic positioning
• Build models for pricing, volatility surfaces, and scenario analysis
• Monitor portfolio risks and recommend adjustments to enhance risk-adjusted returns
• Contribute directly to portfolio performance and PnL generation
• Prepare clear investment reports for internal stakeholders

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience with derivatives and exposure to a trading desk
• Strong understanding of hedging strategies, options, and portfolio overlays
• Experience in risk management and capital preservation strategies
• Solid analytical and modelling skills (Excel, Python advantageous)
• Ability to align short-term tools with long-term investment objectives

Profile

• Commercially driven and intellectually sharp
• Strong market intuition and execution awareness
• Proactive, accountable, and results-oriented

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £55,000.00 per year

Education: Bachelor's (required)

Experience: Investment Research Analyst 3 years (required)

Language: English (required) / Mandarin (plus)

Location: London W1J (preferred)

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English