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Trading Recruitment Specialists

Specialist Trading & Quant Talent That Powers Performance

We partner with hedge funds, proprietary trading firms and high-performance trading organisations to deliver elite trading, quantitative and research talent - precisely matched, rigorously assessed, and delivered with speed, discretion and compliance at the core.

Trading environments run on precision, performance and trust.

Whether you’re scaling a systematic strategy, building out a new desk, or strengthening an established trading operation, we help you secure the right talent at the right time, with the right expertise. Our consultants understand the nuances of trading and quantitative hiring and bring deep market insight to every search.

Our Recruitment Services

We provide flexible, performance-led hiring solutions aligned to your trading strategy and long-term growth objectives - whether you’re scaling rapidly or making targeted, high-impact hires.

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Permanent Recruitment

From market mapping and candidate assessment through to offer management and onboarding support, we manage the full recruitment process - allowing you to stay focused on strategy, performance and investment outcomes.

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Contract Recruitment

Whether covering an unexpected absence, supporting a time-sensitive project, or bridging a key role, our responsive team delivers fully vetted trading, quantitative and technical professionals - from short-term contracts to fixed-term assignments.

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Executive Search

We build long-term partnerships with our clients, taking a discreet and consultative approach to executive search that prioritises trust, confidentiality and a deep understanding of your leadership and hiring objectives.

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Team Builds

We support full team builds across trading and quantitative functions, managing end-to-end recruitment for entire teams - from senior leadership and portfolio managers through to quants, engineers and support functions - ready to mobilise in line with your launch timelines.

Roles We Recruit For

Trading & Investment Roles
 
Portfolio Manager
Systematic / Algorithmic Trader
Discretionary Trader
Execution / HFT Trader
Derivatives & Macro Trader

Quantitative & Research Roles

Quantitative Researcher

Quantitative Analyst

Alpha / Signal Researcher

Quant Strategist

Machine Learning Researcher

Engineering & Technology

Quant Developer

Trading Systems Engineer

Low-Latency / C++ Engineer

Python Engineer (Quant / Research)

Platform / Infrastructure Engineer

Data, Risk & Analytics

Data Scientist

Data Engineer

Risk Manager / Quant Risk Analyst

Portfolio Analyst

Leadership & Build-Out Roles
 

Head of Trading

Head of Quantitative Research

Head of Data / ML

Chief Investment Officer (CIO)

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

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Why Clients Choose Us

We’re trusted by forward-thinking trading and investment firms for our ability to deliver high-calibre talent with speed, precision and discretion. Our approach combines deep market understanding with a global network of specialist professionals, ensuring every hire supports performance, scalability and long-term strategy.

  • Deep understanding of trading and quantitative environments

We understand trading systems, research workflows and modern quantitative tech stacks - enabling informed, credible conversations and accurate hiring decisions.

  • Access to active and passive specialist talent

We provide access to a curated network of proven trading, quant and engineering professionals, including passive candidates not active on the open market.

  • Fast, rigorous shortlisting and technical screening

Our process delivers efficient shortlists supported by structured technical evaluation and role-specific vetting.

  • Global reach, local market knowledge

Whether hiring locally or building teams across regions, we support international recruitment with market insight and cross-border reach.

Success Stories

“Anchor Conzult helped us secure a highly specialised engineering hire in under 2 weeks. Their understanding of technical nuance and role-specific requirements genuinely sets them apart.”

Head of Engineering, Global Hedge Fund

Our Recruitment Process

Our proven, structured hiring process ensures high-quality placements while maintaining the speed required in fast-moving trading environments.

01

Discovery & Role Scoping

We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your strategy, technology stack, team structure and hiring objectives. Whether you’re launching a new desk, scaling a platform or hiring specialist contractors, we tailor the search approach to your specific requirements.

02

Targeted Talent Mapping & Sourcing

We leverage our proprietary talent database, specialist platforms, professional networks and industry communities to identify both active and passive candidates. Every individual is pre-screened for technical capability, domain relevance and cultural alignment before being introduced.

03

Verification, Compliance & Due Diligence

We carry out thorough verification and compliance checks, including right-to-work validation, background screening and role-specific requirements. This ensures every candidate meets your internal standards, regulatory expectations and operational needs before progressing.

04

Interview Coordination & Offer Management

We coordinate interview scheduling, prepare candidates thoroughly, manage feedback throughout the process, and support offer discussions to ensure clear alignment between all parties.

05

Onboarding & Ongoing Support

We support onboarding through right-to-work verification, required checks and post-placement follow-ups, helping to ensure a smooth start and long-term alignment for both client and candidate.

Current Vacancies

New opportunities available now

Senior Quantitative Researcher

£150,000 - £250,000 + bonus

Lead the research and development of alpha-generating models across systematic strategies, working closely with trading and engineering teams.

Requirements:Strong quantitative background with experience developing and validating systematic trading models using Python or similar tools.

Low-Latency C++ Engineer

$160,000 - $240,000 + bonus

Build and optimise ultra-low-latency trading systems supporting high-frequency execution environments.

Requirements:

JIExtensive experience building and optimising high-performance C++ systems in latency-sensitive trading environments.

Quant Developer

€100,000 - €160,000 + bonus

Develop and maintain research and production infrastructure used by quant researchers and portfolio managers across multiple strategies.

Requirements:

Proven ability to develop and support research and production tooling using Python, with exposure to quantitative or data-driven workflows.

Ready to Build Your Team?

Get in touch today to discuss fast, reliable trading and quant recruitment.

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