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The Role Portfolio Management is responsible for all of this fund's optimisation and allocation research along with monitoring fund performance and reviewing the quant process. As manager of the PM Tech team, you will be responsible for the simulation, analytics, and reporting infrastructure; for monitoring gearing, allocations and implementation shortfall; along with developing and supporting the production optimisers and the engineering needed to implement any outcomes of Portfolio Management research. You will work with Quants and Engineers across the firm and Technology to make this possible. It's a very collaborative role, requiring linking together much of the platform into a consistent high-level view. The role will report into the Co-Head of Front-Office Engineering. Looking for an agile and hands-on technology manager with excellent engineering skills, good financial markets experience, and a good working knowledge of statistics. The Technology Systems are almost all running on Linux and most of the code is in Python, with the full scientific stack: numpy, scipy, pandas, scikit-learn to name a few of the open-source libraries we use extensively. We implement the systems that require the highest data throughput in Java and C++. We use Airflow for workflow management, Kafka for data pipelines, Bitbucket for source control, Jenkins for continuous integration, Grafana + Prometheus for metrics collection, ELK for log shipping and monitoring, Docker and Kubernetes for containerisation, OpenStack for our private cloud, Ansible and Terraform for architecture automation, and Slack for internal communication. We heavily utilise our in-house developed DataFrame Database. Our technology list is never static: we constantly evaluate new tools and libraries. Working Here This fund has a small company, no-attitude feel. It is flat structured, open, transparent and collaborative, and you will have plenty of opportunity to have enormous impact on the firm. They are actively engaged with the broader technology community. They host and sponsor London's PyData & Machine Learning Meetups and open-source some of their technology They regularly talk at leading industry conferences, and tweet about relevant technology and how we're using it. They have a fantastic open-plan office overlooking the River Thames, and continually strive to make the environment a great place in which to work. Regular social events; from photography to climbing, karting, wine tasting and monthly team lunches Annual away days and off-sites for the whole team Canteen with a daily allowance for breakfast and lunch, and an on-site bar for in the evening As well as PCs and Macs, you'll find loads of cool tech including light cubes and 3D printers, guitars, ping-pong and table-football, and a piano. Technology and Business Skills Essential: Substantial quant development engineering experience Excellent team management and communication skills A knowledge of a modern data-science stack Demonstrable programming experience, ideally in Python, Java, (C++ desirable) Experience of the challenges of dealing with large data sets, both structured and unstructured Used a range of open source frameworks and development tools, e.g. NumPy/SciPy/Pandas, Spark, Kafka, Flink Working knowledge of one or more relevant database technologies, e.g. Oracle, Postgres, MongoDB, ArcticDB. Proficient on Linux Advantageous: An excellent understanding of financial markets and instruments An understanding of quantitative portfolio allocation approaches Prior experience of working with financial market data Experience of web based development and visualisation technology for portraying large and complex data sets and relationships Relevant mathematical knowledge, e.g. statistics, time-series analysis. Personal Attributes: Strong academic record and a degree (or equivalent industrial experience) with high mathematical and computing content, e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or Physics from a leading university Strong interpersonal skills; able to establish and maintain a close working relationship with your team, quantitative researchers, traders and senior business people alike Intellectually robust with a keenly analytic approach to problem solving Self-organised with the ability to effectively manage time across multiple projects and with competing business demands and priorities Focused on delivering value to the business with relentless efforts to improve process Confident communicator; able to argue a point concisely and deal positively with conflicting views. Work-Life Balance and Benefits Proud to provide the best working environment possible for all of its employees, they are committed to equality of opportunity. They believe that a diverse workforce is a critical factor in the success of the business, and this is embedded in the culture and values. Running a number of external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes which help them to attract and develop talent from diverse backgrounds and encourage diversity and inclusion; they're also a Signatory of the Women in Finance Charter. They offer comprehensive, firm-wide employee benefits, including competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Additional benefits are tailored to local markets and may include private medical coverage, discounted gym membership and wellbeing programmes. Contact If this sounds like you, or you'd like more information, please get in touch: George Hutchinson-Binks ()
Jul 09, 2025
Full time
The Role Portfolio Management is responsible for all of this fund's optimisation and allocation research along with monitoring fund performance and reviewing the quant process. As manager of the PM Tech team, you will be responsible for the simulation, analytics, and reporting infrastructure; for monitoring gearing, allocations and implementation shortfall; along with developing and supporting the production optimisers and the engineering needed to implement any outcomes of Portfolio Management research. You will work with Quants and Engineers across the firm and Technology to make this possible. It's a very collaborative role, requiring linking together much of the platform into a consistent high-level view. The role will report into the Co-Head of Front-Office Engineering. Looking for an agile and hands-on technology manager with excellent engineering skills, good financial markets experience, and a good working knowledge of statistics. The Technology Systems are almost all running on Linux and most of the code is in Python, with the full scientific stack: numpy, scipy, pandas, scikit-learn to name a few of the open-source libraries we use extensively. We implement the systems that require the highest data throughput in Java and C++. We use Airflow for workflow management, Kafka for data pipelines, Bitbucket for source control, Jenkins for continuous integration, Grafana + Prometheus for metrics collection, ELK for log shipping and monitoring, Docker and Kubernetes for containerisation, OpenStack for our private cloud, Ansible and Terraform for architecture automation, and Slack for internal communication. We heavily utilise our in-house developed DataFrame Database. Our technology list is never static: we constantly evaluate new tools and libraries. Working Here This fund has a small company, no-attitude feel. It is flat structured, open, transparent and collaborative, and you will have plenty of opportunity to have enormous impact on the firm. They are actively engaged with the broader technology community. They host and sponsor London's PyData & Machine Learning Meetups and open-source some of their technology They regularly talk at leading industry conferences, and tweet about relevant technology and how we're using it. They have a fantastic open-plan office overlooking the River Thames, and continually strive to make the environment a great place in which to work. Regular social events; from photography to climbing, karting, wine tasting and monthly team lunches Annual away days and off-sites for the whole team Canteen with a daily allowance for breakfast and lunch, and an on-site bar for in the evening As well as PCs and Macs, you'll find loads of cool tech including light cubes and 3D printers, guitars, ping-pong and table-football, and a piano. Technology and Business Skills Essential: Substantial quant development engineering experience Excellent team management and communication skills A knowledge of a modern data-science stack Demonstrable programming experience, ideally in Python, Java, (C++ desirable) Experience of the challenges of dealing with large data sets, both structured and unstructured Used a range of open source frameworks and development tools, e.g. NumPy/SciPy/Pandas, Spark, Kafka, Flink Working knowledge of one or more relevant database technologies, e.g. Oracle, Postgres, MongoDB, ArcticDB. Proficient on Linux Advantageous: An excellent understanding of financial markets and instruments An understanding of quantitative portfolio allocation approaches Prior experience of working with financial market data Experience of web based development and visualisation technology for portraying large and complex data sets and relationships Relevant mathematical knowledge, e.g. statistics, time-series analysis. Personal Attributes: Strong academic record and a degree (or equivalent industrial experience) with high mathematical and computing content, e.g. Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or Physics from a leading university Strong interpersonal skills; able to establish and maintain a close working relationship with your team, quantitative researchers, traders and senior business people alike Intellectually robust with a keenly analytic approach to problem solving Self-organised with the ability to effectively manage time across multiple projects and with competing business demands and priorities Focused on delivering value to the business with relentless efforts to improve process Confident communicator; able to argue a point concisely and deal positively with conflicting views. Work-Life Balance and Benefits Proud to provide the best working environment possible for all of its employees, they are committed to equality of opportunity. They believe that a diverse workforce is a critical factor in the success of the business, and this is embedded in the culture and values. Running a number of external and internal initiatives, partnerships and programmes which help them to attract and develop talent from diverse backgrounds and encourage diversity and inclusion; they're also a Signatory of the Women in Finance Charter. They offer comprehensive, firm-wide employee benefits, including competitive holiday entitlements, pension/401k, life and long-term disability coverage, group sick pay, enhanced parental leave and long-service leave. Additional benefits are tailored to local markets and may include private medical coverage, discounted gym membership and wellbeing programmes. Contact If this sounds like you, or you'd like more information, please get in touch: George Hutchinson-Binks ()
At News UK Technology, we are at the forefront of innovation, leading the global conversation on the future of media and storytelling. We place people at the centre of our business, fostering a values-driven and inclusive environment that allows our staff to grow and thrive. As proud members of the Tech Talent Charter UK, we are committed to diversity, with 34% of our Tech roles filled by gender minorities. Our award-winning team was named Team of the Year at the UK Business and Innovation Awards, 2023. The Team: Our Commercial Engineering team is a vital part of the thriving engineering community in Technology at News UK. We design, develop, and operate News UK's commercial products and platforms. Our mission is to drive strategic goals across the ecosystem, starting with the core websites of The Sun and The Times, and including a portfolio of products such as Dream Team and Sun Football. Your Role: As a Software Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team that is driving the future of media technology. You will report to the Head of Commercial Engineering and collaborate with a talented group of engineers. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about writing amazing code and constantly improving software architecture. Day to Day You Will: Develop and maintain News UK's commercial products and platforms. Implement new technologies and enhancements to drive strategic goals. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following DRY principles. Champion Test Driven Development (TDD) and pair programming. Work in an Agile/Kanban environment to solve complex problems. Collaborate with team members and other departments to deliver high-quality solutions. What We're Looking For From You: Proficiency in NodeJS and Express. Experience with state management systems such as Redux. Proficiency in TypeScript. Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest and Cypress. Experience with the AWS cloud platform. Passion for solving complex problems and improving software architecture. Team player with excellent collaboration skills. We offer a flexible working arrangement where employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days per week. For the remaining two days, there is the option to work remotely if desired. About News UK: News UK is one of the leading media businesses in the UK and Ireland, with renowned newsbrands including The Times, The Sunday Times, The Sun, and The TLS. Our national broadcast brands include talkSPORT, Times Radio, and Virgin Radio UK. We reach almost 40 million people each month, providing news, analysis, opinion, and entertainment across various formats. Life at News: Driven by passion, guided by principles, and acting with purpose, we strive to represent, reflect, and reach the nation, telling the stories that matter. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, focusing on attracting talent from a wider pool, developing equity programmes for better representation in leadership, and ensuring diversity and inclusivity in our workforce and content. Benefits: Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks. Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access. Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions. Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes. 'Bikes for Work' and 'Electric Car' scheme. Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books. Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities. Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling. A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%. 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year. Application Process: We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to perform their best when applying for a role. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or need any adjustments to support your application, please contact us at email protected . Join us at News UK and be part of a team that is shaping the future of media and storytelling. Apply today!
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
At News UK Technology, we are at the forefront of innovation, leading the global conversation on the future of media and storytelling. We place people at the centre of our business, fostering a values-driven and inclusive environment that allows our staff to grow and thrive. As proud members of the Tech Talent Charter UK, we are committed to diversity, with 34% of our Tech roles filled by gender minorities. Our award-winning team was named Team of the Year at the UK Business and Innovation Awards, 2023. The Team: Our Commercial Engineering team is a vital part of the thriving engineering community in Technology at News UK. We design, develop, and operate News UK's commercial products and platforms. Our mission is to drive strategic goals across the ecosystem, starting with the core websites of The Sun and The Times, and including a portfolio of products such as Dream Team and Sun Football. Your Role: As a Software Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team that is driving the future of media technology. You will report to the Head of Commercial Engineering and collaborate with a talented group of engineers. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about writing amazing code and constantly improving software architecture. Day to Day You Will: Develop and maintain News UK's commercial products and platforms. Implement new technologies and enhancements to drive strategic goals. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following DRY principles. Champion Test Driven Development (TDD) and pair programming. Work in an Agile/Kanban environment to solve complex problems. Collaborate with team members and other departments to deliver high-quality solutions. What We're Looking For From You: Proficiency in NodeJS and Express. Experience with state management systems such as Redux. Proficiency in TypeScript. Experience with testing frameworks such as Jest and Cypress. Experience with the AWS cloud platform. Passion for solving complex problems and improving software architecture. Team player with excellent collaboration skills. We offer a flexible working arrangement where employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days per week. For the remaining two days, there is the option to work remotely if desired. About News UK: News UK is one of the leading media businesses in the UK and Ireland, with renowned newsbrands including The Times, The Sunday Times, The Sun, and The TLS. Our national broadcast brands include talkSPORT, Times Radio, and Virgin Radio UK. We reach almost 40 million people each month, providing news, analysis, opinion, and entertainment across various formats. Life at News: Driven by passion, guided by principles, and acting with purpose, we strive to represent, reflect, and reach the nation, telling the stories that matter. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, focusing on attracting talent from a wider pool, developing equity programmes for better representation in leadership, and ensuring diversity and inclusivity in our workforce and content. Benefits: Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks. Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access. Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions. Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes. 'Bikes for Work' and 'Electric Car' scheme. Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books. Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities. Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling. A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%. 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year. Application Process: We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to perform their best when applying for a role. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or need any adjustments to support your application, please contact us at email protected . Join us at News UK and be part of a team that is shaping the future of media and storytelling. Apply today!
Are you torn between the excitement of start-ups and the stability of corporate life? Are you curious, and do you want to keep learning whilst getting real business building experience? Do you want to be an integral part of a thriving business disrupting the market it operates in? If so, we would love to hear from you! A bit about Blenheim Chalcot and our portfolio: At Blenheim Chalcot, we use our ideas, infrastructure, and people to create an innovation system that transforms disruptive ideas into innovative businesses. We originate the ideas ourselves, grow them from the ground up and take them through to scaling and ultimately exit. We typically build enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS) products, powered by Generative AI and target industries which are exposed to market, regulatory or technology discontinuities. We have built businesses across the following sectors: Education Media and Marketing Public Services and Health Sports Our track record has seen us build more than 60 businesses over the last 25+ years. The portfolio has annual revenues of £500m, employs more than 3,000 people, has raised £600m in equity, and secured exists totaling over £1bn. Blenheim Chalcot has three global locations. Portfolio companies are headquartered from Scale Space, London, our 200,000ft 2 collaboration space which was built as a joint venture with Imperial College London. Our Mumbai offices provide unparalleled scaling capability and technical expertise, and our U.S. operation powers the go-to-market activities of the portfolio across North America. Rajasthan Royals: Rajasthan Royals (RR) is one of the premier franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), known for its vibrant spirit, innovation, and dedication to excellence both on and off the cricket field. Established in 2008, RR quickly rose to prominence, winning the inaugural IPL season and becoming synonymous with talent development and exciting gameplay. The Royals have fostered a reputation for unearthing young talent and nurturing future cricket stars, contributing to the growth of Indian and global cricket. Beyond its cricketing success, Rajasthan Royals is a dynamic business entity with ventures across multiple sectors. RR is committed to creating a holistic sports ecosystem that spans media, academies, technology, and fan engagement. This includes innovative fan experiences, digital content creation, creating world-class training programs for aspiring young cricketers, and utilizing cutting-edge analytics to drive performance both on the field and in the business. Joining Rajasthan Royals means becoming part of a forward-thinking organization that balances tradition with modernity, sportsmanship with business acumen, and local values with global aspirations. As an employee, you will be at the forefront of the sports and entertainment industry, contributing to a brand that is much more than a cricket team-it's an ecosystem driving innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. Role Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial individual to lead a newly developing business within the Royals certifications domain. This role involves guiding an emerging venture focused on creating and distributing world-class sports-related courses, with the goal of evolving it into a leading global platform. The role will include working with key stakeholders across the business and externally in developing content, designing and launching the program. Develop a certifications platform focusing on sports related content. Scale the business, with an aim to achieve a 10k learner base and $500K ARR by Oct 2025. Accountable for developing content creation & design with agencies, subject matter experts, build marketing campaigns, work on product building, and issue resolution. Build a high skilled community by establishing a structured pathway of courses including foundation to specialised modules. Activate new channels of revenue via like-minded partners, sporting bodies, etc. Explore different ways of business expansion and launch program in different geographies. Manage key stakeholders for the business, including Subject Matter Experts, design agencies, faculties, etc. You're a great fit for us if you have: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Sport Management or a related field. Proven experience (7+ Years) in the ed-tech industry. Preferred but not essential if you built your own ed-tech venture in the past. Ability to drive business results by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to develop and lead cross-functional projects. Affinity towards start-up work environment and hunger to learn. Cricket enthusiast and understand the dynamics of the sport. What you'll get: An entrepreneurial environment where you have a chance to build a million-dollar business from ground up. Opportunity to make a huge impact in revolutionising cricket coaching. Chance to work at the intersection of our biggest passion - sports and edtech. Interaction with eminent personalities from the sports industry. Impact beyond profit: Building profitable digital businesses isn't our sole focus. We are also involved in a range of charitable activities from, the education of girls in the developing world to building 21st-century youth facilities in deprived areas. 10% of our partnerships and ventures are charities. These are the British Asian Trust, Babyzone and Onside Youth Zones. In the same way that we support our ventures, our Partners provide direct hands-on support to the charities through sitting on the boards and much more. Our culture: Our culture across the portfolio is inclusive, modern, friendly, smart and innovative - we seek to employ bright, positive thinking individuals with a can-do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in! The Process: We have a rigorous recruitment process which we use for all our roles to ensure we attract the very best and diverse talent. This will involve an initial telephone conversation, followed by a panel interview and a case study where you will meet with that businesses management team and the Chief Operating team over 2 stages. We aspire for every person invited into an interview to find the process as interesting and engaging as we no doubt will. Individuals seeking employment at Blenheim Chalcot must note we see diversity as a really positive thing that creates a better workplace and delivers better outcomes, so we are keen to maximize the diversity of our workforce and actively encourage applications from anyone and everyone.
Jan 25, 2025
Full time
Are you torn between the excitement of start-ups and the stability of corporate life? Are you curious, and do you want to keep learning whilst getting real business building experience? Do you want to be an integral part of a thriving business disrupting the market it operates in? If so, we would love to hear from you! A bit about Blenheim Chalcot and our portfolio: At Blenheim Chalcot, we use our ideas, infrastructure, and people to create an innovation system that transforms disruptive ideas into innovative businesses. We originate the ideas ourselves, grow them from the ground up and take them through to scaling and ultimately exit. We typically build enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS) products, powered by Generative AI and target industries which are exposed to market, regulatory or technology discontinuities. We have built businesses across the following sectors: Education Media and Marketing Public Services and Health Sports Our track record has seen us build more than 60 businesses over the last 25+ years. The portfolio has annual revenues of £500m, employs more than 3,000 people, has raised £600m in equity, and secured exists totaling over £1bn. Blenheim Chalcot has three global locations. Portfolio companies are headquartered from Scale Space, London, our 200,000ft 2 collaboration space which was built as a joint venture with Imperial College London. Our Mumbai offices provide unparalleled scaling capability and technical expertise, and our U.S. operation powers the go-to-market activities of the portfolio across North America. Rajasthan Royals: Rajasthan Royals (RR) is one of the premier franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), known for its vibrant spirit, innovation, and dedication to excellence both on and off the cricket field. Established in 2008, RR quickly rose to prominence, winning the inaugural IPL season and becoming synonymous with talent development and exciting gameplay. The Royals have fostered a reputation for unearthing young talent and nurturing future cricket stars, contributing to the growth of Indian and global cricket. Beyond its cricketing success, Rajasthan Royals is a dynamic business entity with ventures across multiple sectors. RR is committed to creating a holistic sports ecosystem that spans media, academies, technology, and fan engagement. This includes innovative fan experiences, digital content creation, creating world-class training programs for aspiring young cricketers, and utilizing cutting-edge analytics to drive performance both on the field and in the business. Joining Rajasthan Royals means becoming part of a forward-thinking organization that balances tradition with modernity, sportsmanship with business acumen, and local values with global aspirations. As an employee, you will be at the forefront of the sports and entertainment industry, contributing to a brand that is much more than a cricket team-it's an ecosystem driving innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. Role Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial individual to lead a newly developing business within the Royals certifications domain. This role involves guiding an emerging venture focused on creating and distributing world-class sports-related courses, with the goal of evolving it into a leading global platform. The role will include working with key stakeholders across the business and externally in developing content, designing and launching the program. Develop a certifications platform focusing on sports related content. Scale the business, with an aim to achieve a 10k learner base and $500K ARR by Oct 2025. Accountable for developing content creation & design with agencies, subject matter experts, build marketing campaigns, work on product building, and issue resolution. Build a high skilled community by establishing a structured pathway of courses including foundation to specialised modules. Activate new channels of revenue via like-minded partners, sporting bodies, etc. Explore different ways of business expansion and launch program in different geographies. Manage key stakeholders for the business, including Subject Matter Experts, design agencies, faculties, etc. You're a great fit for us if you have: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Sport Management or a related field. Proven experience (7+ Years) in the ed-tech industry. Preferred but not essential if you built your own ed-tech venture in the past. Ability to drive business results by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to develop and lead cross-functional projects. Affinity towards start-up work environment and hunger to learn. Cricket enthusiast and understand the dynamics of the sport. What you'll get: An entrepreneurial environment where you have a chance to build a million-dollar business from ground up. Opportunity to make a huge impact in revolutionising cricket coaching. Chance to work at the intersection of our biggest passion - sports and edtech. Interaction with eminent personalities from the sports industry. Impact beyond profit: Building profitable digital businesses isn't our sole focus. We are also involved in a range of charitable activities from, the education of girls in the developing world to building 21st-century youth facilities in deprived areas. 10% of our partnerships and ventures are charities. These are the British Asian Trust, Babyzone and Onside Youth Zones. In the same way that we support our ventures, our Partners provide direct hands-on support to the charities through sitting on the boards and much more. Our culture: Our culture across the portfolio is inclusive, modern, friendly, smart and innovative - we seek to employ bright, positive thinking individuals with a can-do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you'll fit right in! The Process: We have a rigorous recruitment process which we use for all our roles to ensure we attract the very best and diverse talent. This will involve an initial telephone conversation, followed by a panel interview and a case study where you will meet with that businesses management team and the Chief Operating team over 2 stages. We aspire for every person invited into an interview to find the process as interesting and engaging as we no doubt will. Individuals seeking employment at Blenheim Chalcot must note we see diversity as a really positive thing that creates a better workplace and delivers better outcomes, so we are keen to maximize the diversity of our workforce and actively encourage applications from anyone and everyone.