Portfolio Manager

Responsibilities

• Own and manage a dedicated risk book with full accountability for P&L, risk exposures, and capital efficiency
• Research, develop, validate, and deploy systematic high-frequency and/or mid-frequency trading strategies across crypto markets
• Lead the full strategy lifecycle from idea generation and research through to live deployment and ongoing optimization
• Manage real-time risk, including position sizing, exposure management, and drawdown control
• Continuously refine models, signals, and execution methodologies in response to changing market conditions
• Collaborate with execution and infrastructure teams to minimize latency and slippage
• Analyze large-scale market datasets to identify new opportunities and improve existing strategies

Requirements

• Demonstrable track record of profitably managing a systematic trading book or strategy
• At least 5 years of experience in quantitative trading, portfolio management, or a closely related field
• Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline (Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or Data Science)
• Strong foundation in statistics and quantitative modeling with proficiency in Python and SQL
• Proven experience working with large-scale, high-frequency or mid-frequency time-series datasets
• Deep understanding of risk management, portfolio construction, and capital allocation
• Proficiency in Linux-based environments and familiarity with production research workflows

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in digital assets, electronic trading, market making, or arbitrage
• Experience with systematic trading strategies in highly volatile markets

Benefits

• Enhanced Pension Scheme with 10% matching
• Bupa Private Medical Insurance
• Competitive performance-based bonus scheme
• Enhanced annual leave (increasing to 28 days with service)
• Enhanced family leave and family health benefits
• Fertility, reproductive health, and menopause support
• Cycle to Work Scheme

About the Company

Fasanara Capital is a boutique alternative asset manager offering inventive multi-asset niche products. Fasanara Digital, the crypto arm of the firm, is a quantitative investment fund applying a scientific approach to digital assets. We seek to profit from structural inefficiencies across crypto markets through sophisticated systematic strategies.