Are you an aspiring student with a passion for collaborative problem solving and interested in building their quantitative research skills in a fast paced, team environment? BAM is looking for creative and enthusiastic students to join the BAM Intern Program (off-cycle) as a Researcher on our Systematic Strategies team. The program in our London office will broaden your data analytical skills and provide you with exposure to the finance world. You will have the opportunity to work alongside highly talented colleagues who will mentor and guide you through your rigorous but enjoyable internship experience.
At BAM, we are our talent. Through BAM’s selective intern hiring process, we target the best and brightest in the business, and strive to create an environment which attracts and retains top talent. BAM creates a culture with a work-hard / play-hard mentality that sets us apart from the rest of the industry.
We are committed to maintaining a world-class infrastructure to support our investment process and to be ahead of the technology curve; BAM is actively growing our technology footprint and building in house tools to support the growing business needs. You will have the opportunity to participate in the platform build-out of top trading and portfolio management systems.
As a result, BAM has built a reputation as a firm that provides the tools necessary for talented individuals to achieve their goals, reach their highest potential, and feel part of a “family”.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work collaboratively with senior quantitative research analysts to develop an understanding of complex financial markets, products, and strategies
- Analyze financial market data to identify patterns and potential opportunities
- Develop forecasts and building predictive and profitable trading models
- Employ in-house tools to perform strategy exploration and optimization
- Evolve trading strategies and methodologies to improve current systems
- Research, explore and seek out new alpha signals
- Design trading models
- Introduce new and alternative data sets into the trading process
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Pursuing a Masters or Doctorate degree preferably in a quantitative-related field (Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, , Computer Science, Financial Engineering); towards end of degree
- Strong problem-solver who is driven, self-motivated, and an "outside of the box" thinker.
- Advanced math skills with great attention to detail
- Strong programming skills and understanding of basic programming concepts (Python and/or C/C++ is a must).
- Desire and interest in advancing machine learning within the trading industry
- Must be dependable, responsible, and accountable
- Work well in a high pressure & fast paced environment
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills
BAM INTERN PERKS / ADVANTAGES
- The intern will become a part of a trading portfolio and has the potential to learn about systematic investing
- Open and friendly culture, which is unique (BAM is ranked one of the best places to work in finance)
- Open floor/office plan to better foster communication and cross pollination of information
- Intern trainings, External trainings and Social Events
- Provided Meals (Breakfast & Lunch)
- On-site gym and Fitness Instructor
To apply please send CV + brief motivation email to Alexis Nortier (@email) and Peter Appel (@email)