Average Research Manager salary in London

User Researcher- UK WIDE - Remote Description for the User Researcher:- This is a fantastic opportunity with an international management consulting company, who are looking to fill multiple User Researcher roles to help deliver innovative digital solutions to a number of end clients in the UK (Large scale digital transformation Projects in the Public Sector). This will be joining their exciting growing digital practise and will offer great opportunities for career growth. My client offers excellent training to all there consultants, both online and classroom training. Candidates can live anywhere in the UK (remote) and will be based from home, however occasional client visits will be necessary for meetings but these will be fully funded. Experience for the User Researcher roles:- 18mths+ commercial experience in a User Researcher roleGDS experience (Government Digital standards)Lived in the UK for 5yrs+ and not been abroad for a 28 day+ holiday in last 5yrs to enable you to gain Security Clearance (SC level) on joining. Salary for the User Researcher roles on offer is up to £55,000 dependent on experience + an excellent benefits package including extensive training User Researcher - UK Wide - Digital Services, UK WIDE (Remote)

Ref: TY46405 A Japanese governmental organisation is seeking a Japanese speaking Research Assistant. The role will focus on developing awareness in commercial industries in both Europe and Japan. A strong ability to communicate in Japanese (written & spoken) is essential in addition to totally fluent English. Additional experience of living in Japan and/or working in a Japanese corporate office, or knowledge of Japanese business culture would be beneficial. TYPE: Temporary, full-timeWORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9:30 -17:30 with 1 hour lunch breakSALARY: c.£12.21 + Holiday Pay (£1.47 - £2.22 depending on the length of working) per hour START: April until the end of March 2026 (with view of renewal at the end of March each year)LOCATION: City of London (5 days a week in-office) Job Description: Business-Related Support: Assisting with the preparation and management of events, such as seminars and study sessions, primarily organised by the Africa Desk (including venue arrangements, sending out invitation emails, handling applications, preparing and enclosing materials, setting up the venue, reception and guidance, etc.)Coordinating and liaising with government bodies, organisations, companies, and experts for meetings necessary for business operationsBuilding networks with government bodies, organisations, companies, and experts required for the operation of seminars by the Africa Desk and others Research-Related Support: Collecting information on politics, economics, and business in various countries, including the UK and Africa (gathering various statistics, legal systems, industry information, etc., mainly through the internet, newspapers, participation in various seminars, and interviews)Preparing various materials using the collected informationProofreading reports prepared by contractors (as needed)Creating PowerPoint presentations (as needed)Drafting business bulletins and regional/analytical reports (more than 20 annually)Compiling UK news (checking various reports daily and summarising key articles in Excel)Coordinating, attending, and taking notes at meetings with government bodies, organisations, companies, and experts necessary for researchOther miscellaneous tasks within the research and business support teamGeneral administrative tasks necessary for the team’s operations (handling phone calls, registering visitors, booking meeting rooms, various procedures, filing, sending out mail, etc.) IDEAL APPLICANT ICT: Solid skills in Word, Excel & PowerPoint Language: Totally fluent English and conversational Japanese language, written and spoken Soft skills - Flexible, sociable and cooperative, with excellent language, communication and summarisation skills - Information-gathering and strong networking skills - Reliable person, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks during busy periods Visa status: Valid visa to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not possible for this position)

Key Responsibilities Alpha Research & Strategy Design: Partner with the research team to uncover trading opportunities, leveraging expertise in statistical arbitrage and quantitative research. Build, refine, and implement intraday and systematic trading strategies for global markets.Advanced Data Analysis: Analyze large-scale market data and time-series datasets, utilizing cutting-edge statistical methods to uncover actionable patterns and insights.Model Development & Validation: Develop, test, and continuously enhance predictive models and systematic strategies through rigorous back-testing, ensuring their robustness across diverse asset classes (e.g., equities, currencies, commodities, and fixed income).Collaboration Across Teams: Coordinate closely with technology teams to integrate quantitative models with advanced trading infrastructure.Risk Assessment & Strategy Optimization: Apply in-depth knowledge of risk management principles to ensure that trading strategies operate within predefined risk parameters. Key Qualifications Educational Background: Master’s or Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related quantitative field.Professional Expertise: Demonstrated experience with statistical arbitrage strategies, high-frequency trading, or market-making.5+ years of experience in quantitative finance, systematic trading, or proprietary trading environments.Proven ability to generate alpha through rigorous financial modeling, statistical analysis, and innovative research methods. Technical Proficiency:Strong expertise in Python (particularly for data analysis) and proficiency in C++.Familiarity with machine learning techniques and frameworks.Advanced skills in analyzing complex datasets, implementing models, and applying statistical methods to trading environments.Exceptional problem-solving abilities, particularly in managing complex datasets and implementing innovative solutions.A self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.Core Competencies: This role is open to candidates who have medium-frequency experience within statistical arbitrage. High-frequency experience is not fundamental. If you are a quant researcher who is interested in working in a collaborative start-up environment with very good backing/peers and you want to be involved in all parts of the research/trading/coding – this is a perfect platform. Quants who are part of a larger team where they cannot get involved in all parts of the process and are just one of so many would find this ideal as a stepping stone into their career. If you're a driven quantitative professional with deep expertise in statistical arbitrage and a passion for cutting-edge trading strategies, we encourage you to apply. Please send a PDF CV to