Data science and Quantitative Business Analyst

Position Summary

We are seeking a Data Science and Quantitative Business Analyst to strengthen our Analytics Center of Excellence Team. The ideal candidate will combine advanced data science techniques and financial expertise with sharp analytical judgment to deliver actionable insights and models that support strategic decision-making. This role offers the chance to work with large and complex datasets, particularly in commodities, FIFX markets, and exchange trading data, using machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize business outcomes. If you’re passionate about driving innovation and shaping the future of analytics, we’d love to hear from you! Knowledge of ESG principles and Islamic finance is considered a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement data models, predictive analytics, and frameworks to support trading and risk management.

• Analyze commodities, FIFX market data, ETC, and other datasets to identify trends, correlations, and opportunities.

• Build and deploy machine learning algorithms and AI solutions for forecasting, anomaly detection, and optimization.

• Collaborate with business partners to translate complex data insights into strategies.

• Present findings through visualizations, dashboards, and business reports

• Ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards, including ESG considerations.

• Chip in to research and development on Islamic finance and balanced investment analytics.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Education: Experience in Data Science, Quantitative Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong proficiency in Python, R, or SQL for data analysis and modelling.

• Experience with machine learning frameworks

• Good understanding of data modelling, statistical analysis, and predictive modelling.

Domain Knowledge:

• Deep understanding of commodities markets, FIFX, ETC and financial instruments.

• Knowledge of risk management, pricing models, and quantitative finance.

• Understanding of EGS principles are a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Good communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical collaborators.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

LSEG is committed to encouraging a diverse, equitable, an inclusive work environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of their background. We offer great employee benefits to make sure everyone performs to the best of their abilities. We offer a hybrid working model.

Career Stage:

Manager

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that hel