Quantitative Analyst (Sports Trading)

August 20, 2025
Application deadline closed.

Job Description

City: London

State: England

Company: Harnham

Hiring: Quantitative Analysts – Sports Modelling | London | Up to £130k + Bonus

A high-performing, close-knit team of researchers and software developers is looking to add Mid-Level and Senior Quantitative Analysts to their growing group. This firm trades on global sports markets using cutting-edge statistical modelling and high levels of automation.

Location: Central London (5 days a week, with some flexibility)

Salary: Up to £130,000 + 20% Bi-Annual bonus + benefits

What you'll do:

  • Build predictive models for sports outcomes (e.g. football, tennis, cricket)
  • Apply rigorous statistical techniques to large real-world datasets
  • Contribute directly to trading strategies in a high-impact, low-bureaucracy setting

What we're looking for:

  • MSc/PhD in a quantitative field (e.g. Maths, Stats, Physics, Computer Science)
  • Strong experience working with real-world data
  • Proficiency in Python (mandatory); R, MATLAB, and C# are a plus
  • Deep understanding of probability, statistics, and modelling
  • Bonus: Genuine interest or background in sports

What’s on offer:

  • Flat-structured, non-corporate team culture
  • Exposure to live trading environments and real-time analytics
  • Private healthcare, pension, gym membership, regular team events – and yes, cake

This is a rare opportunity to combine advanced analytics, high-impact decision-making, and a passion for sport in one role.

Apply with your CV below!