Systematic Credit Portfolio Manager – Corporate Credit & Rates | Multi-Strategy Hedge Fund | London

A top-tier multi-strategy hedge fund is seeking a Systematic Credit Portfolio Manager to build and run a credit-focused systematic book. This is a rare and high-quality pod PM seat for a quant with genuine live track record in systematic credit strategies.

About the Role:

You will manage a systematic credit strategy encompassing corporate bonds, CDS, and credit indices, with full P&L ownership. You will develop and deploy quantitative signals for credit spread prediction, carry, momentum, and relative value — supported by the platform's world-class research and technology infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage a systematic credit book with full P&L accountability

• Develop quantitative signals for corporate credit, CDS, and credit index strategies

• Build systematic factor models for credit markets: carry, momentum, quality, value, and relative value

• Oversee portfolio construction, factor exposure management, and risk within credit strategies

• Collaborate with the rates and macro research teams on cross-asset signal integration

• Work with quant developers to productionise research and deploy strategies at scale

• Engage with risk management on drawdown limits, stress scenarios, and credit-specific risk metrics

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• Verified track record running a systematic credit or fixed income strategy with positive risk-adjusted returns

• 6+ years in systematic quantitative research or portfolio management with a credit or fixed income focus

• Deep knowledge of credit markets: corporate bonds, CDS, credit indices (iTraxx, CDX)

• Strong quantitative background — PhD preferred but exceptional track record considered

• Proficiency in Python; C++ experience a plus

• Ability to operate independently within a pod structure

What We Offer:

• Highly attractive payout structure with meaningful capital allocation

• Full platform support: technology, data, risk, and operational infrastructure

• Access to a deep network of experienced credit and quant professionals across the platform

• Significant capital growth potential for strong performers