Full-Time

Business Analyst

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Squarepoint Capital

Squarepoint Capital

501-1,000 employees

Global investment manager specializing in quantitative strategies

Data & Analytics
Quantitative Finance
Financial Services

Mid

London, UK

Category
Business Research
Project Management
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Salesforce
JIRA
Confluence
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

You match the following Squarepoint Capital's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer IT or equivalent work experience.
  • Must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in similar role.
  • Well-developed analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent organizational and customer service skills.
  • Great written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to creatively approach and solve situations.
  • Capable of prioritizing multiple projects and still meet deadlines.
  • Experience with Salesforce, ideally with an Administrator qualification.
  • Knowledge of and experience with APIs.
  • Experience with DocuSign, ideally at an Administrator level.
  • Proficiency with software commonly used to manage data (ie. MS Excel advance skills examples create macros, manage macros) and previous experience with analyzing and modifying large amounts of data.
  • Previous experience creating high quality documentation for both projects and system/business processes.
Responsibilities
  • Examine and analyze existing IT systems and business models and identify requirements.
  • Map and document interfaces between legacy and new systems or multiple internal and external systems.
  • Identify options for potential solutions and assess them for both technical and business suitability.
  • Conduct requirements analysis and prepare specific proposals for modified or replacement systems.
  • Work closely with programmers, developers, testers and a variety of end users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction.
  • Oversee implementation of a new system including data migration.
  • Support users on change control and system updates.
  • Provide training and user manuals to users of a new system.
  • Keep up to date with technical and industry developments.
  • Translate stakeholders’ requirements into highly specified project briefs.
  • Defines project requirements by identifying project milestones on Confluence.
  • Should be familiar with Jira and Confluence and able to manage Jira project administration tasks.

Squarepoint Capital specializes in managing investments using quantitative and systematic strategies. The firm builds diversified portfolios that span various asset classes and trading frequencies across global markets. By leveraging advanced technology and a comprehensive data platform, Squarepoint Capital makes informed investment decisions based on thorough research, aiming to deliver strong returns for its clients. Unlike many competitors, Squarepoint focuses on systematic trading and data-driven approaches, which allows for a more structured investment process. The company's goal is to provide high-quality returns to a diverse range of institutional investors, including pension funds and sovereign wealth funds, while fostering a collaborative work environment that promotes continuous learning and professional development.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$1.1B

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in alternative data sources enhances Squarepoint's competitive edge in trading.
  • Advancements in machine learning enable more sophisticated and adaptive trading strategies.
  • Growing popularity of DeFi platforms creates new opportunities for quantitative trading strategies.

What critics are saying

  • Emergence of new exchanges like TXSE could increase competition and impact trading volumes.
  • Hiring from competitors may lead to talent wars and increased operational costs.
  • Recent acquisitions expose Squarepoint to sector-specific risks and volatility.

What makes Squarepoint Capital unique

  • Squarepoint Capital specializes in quantitative and systematic investment strategies across global markets.
  • The firm utilizes advanced technology and a robust data platform for high-quality returns.
  • Squarepoint Capital fosters a collaborative environment encouraging continuous learning and innovation.

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