Overview

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Quantitative Finance | Options Researcher – Systematic Volatility Trading

Sydney based — relocation covered. High compensation with robust bonus.

Role and context

My client is a global trading firm and market maker with a robust track record in options. They’re a long-established player in algorithmic trading, known for combining solid tech with a practical, research-driven approach to markets. They’re looking for an Options Researcher to join their volatility trading team. This is a high-impact role focused on designing and improving systematic options strategies, building models, and uncovering inefficiencies in global derivatives markets. You’ll work closely with traders, engineers, and other quants in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

Responsibilities




Design and improve systematic options strategies
Build models and analyze options pricing and volatility dynamics
Identify inefficiencies in global derivatives markets
Collaborate with traders, engineers, and other quants in a quick-paced environment

Qualifications
5+ years in market-making, prop trading, or quant research
Deep knowledge of volatility, options pricing models, and signal development
Experience with large datasets and applying statistical or ML techniques

Employment details
Senior level role with mid-senior to senior experience
Full-time employment
Sydney, Current South Wales, Australia — relocation covered
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📌 Quantitative Researcher Options Sydney
🏢 Harrington Starr
📍 Sydney