Quantitative Analyst
About the job
- A postgraduate qualification (Master’s or equivalent) in a quantitative discipline, such as mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, computer science, econometrics or a similar field.
- Substantial relevant experience in investment, quantitative modelling or risk management, ideally within asset management or the buy side.
- Programming experience in Python and/or R, with the ability to produce well-structured, testable code.
- Experience working with artificial intelligence and machine learning models, including understanding model design, limitations, performance monitoring and validation considerations.
- Ability to work with autonomy and ownership, identify weaknesses proactively, escalate issues appropriately and propose practical solutions.
- Ability to form evidence-based recommendations and communicate them clearly, including in situations of constructive challenge.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to challenge effectively while building trust and work with a range of stakeholders with tact, patience and professionalism.
- A collaborative, team-oriented approach, with the ability to build strong relationships across the wider Risk function and partner effectively with stakeholders across the firm.
- Participate in team-led research to review, challenge and validate models used across Schroders’ businesses and all asset classes, including support for new product development.
- Produce clear, high-quality model validation reports and contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the firm’s model governance framework, including policies, standards, controls and documentation.
- Present validation conclusions and key risks to the Group Model Governance Committee, providing actionable recommendations and follow-up plans.
- Support the development, enhancement and implementation of risk models, contributing to projects requiring advanced quantitative techniques.
- Design and develop tools and automation to strengthen the risk management process, improving efficiency, control and transparency.
- Contribute to the firm’s business-critical tool monitoring activities, including testing, performance monitoring, issue identification and remediation tracking.
About the company
Schroders is a global asset manager with a long history and offices in 27 countries. It manages assets for institutional and retail investors, wealth management clients, and financial institutions, aiming to grow long-term value for clients. How it works: Schroders pools money from clients and invests it across a range of asset classes through its investment teams, producing tailored portfolios and services such as portfolio management, wealth planning, and banking support. How it differentiates itself: it emphasizes aligning its goals with clients’ interests, scales to manage hundreds of billions of pounds in assets, and has a long-standing presence with a widespread global footprint and a focus on responsible corporate citizenship. Its goal is to help investors meet financial objectives by channelling money into the economy and delivering sustainable, long-term performance.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1804
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- H1 2026 adjusted operating profit rose 46% to £459.8 million, proving operating leverage.
- Record AUM reached £867.8 billion on 30 June 2026, aided by markets and FX.
- SOAR’s Irish approval and 2026 active ETF momentum signal continued product innovation and fund launches.
What critics are saying
- Nuveen’s acquisition is expected in Q4 2026, ending Schroders’ independence as an employer.
- H1 2026 net outflows hit £8.3 billion excluding JVs, pressuring future organic growth.
- Benchmark sale, Brazil exit, and Indonesia exit shrink the platform before integration or sale closes.
What makes Schroders unique
- Schroders runs active public-to-private credit products, including 2026 ELTIFs and tokenised money funds.
- Its global brand spans 27 countries, serving institutions, wealth clients, and charities.
- China partnership optionality and J.P. Morgan Kinexys integration give Schroders distribution and infrastructure breadth.
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Schroders has received approval from the Central Bank of Ireland to launch a tokenised share class in a US dollar money market fund. The share class, called Schroders onchain active returns (SOAR), uses J.P. Morgan's Kinexys multi-chain tokenisation system. Investors will be able to use blockchain-based smart contracts to automatically process transactions such as redemptions and transfers. The structure allows the fund to operate outside conventional systems, including enabling direct transfers between clients. Schroders said the technology could enable future applications like collateralisation and round-the-clock treasury management. The Ireland-domiciled fund will be managed by Neil Sutherland, head of US fixed income at Schroders, alongside credit specialists. The launch follows Schroders Capital's introduction of tokenised features to its insurance-linked securities platform earlier this year.
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