Connecting exceptional talent with leading trading firms
Quinton Davies is a boutique recruitment firm focused on Trading roles at New York’s leading prop trading firms and hedge funds. With an average of 17 years’ search experience, we know what success in these environments actually requires.
Your next career move, simplified
Finding the right trading role shouldn’t feel like solving a technical puzzle. At Quinton Davies, we work closely with New York’s leading prop trading firms and hedge funds, giving candidates access to opportunities that are rarely advertised. Whether you’re a Portfolio Manager or Trader, we connect you with firms that value your experience, style, and track record.
Deep Market Knowledge
We understand how different trading styles operate, from volatility-driven strategies to high-frequency environments. Our team offers clear, realistic guidance on compensation, career progression, and which firms are a genuine fit for how you trade.
Exclusive Opportunities
Our relationships with prop trading firms and hedge funds mean you’ll often hear about roles before they are widely marketed. We prioritise quality over volume, focusing on opportunities that genuinely align with your experience, trading style, and career objectives.
Salary Optimization
We manage the negotiation process with the benefit of long-standing market knowledge. Our understanding of compensation structures across different firm types allows us to secure fair outcomes without compromising long-term relationships.
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What our candidates say
We can tell you about our deep market knowledge and exclusive relationships, but our candidates can tell you better. After all, their success is what really matters.
Experience that counts in finance
Job searching in trading is demanding. Roles are specialised, interview processes are rigorous, and the market moves quickly. That’s where Quinton Davies adds value.
We are a boutique search firm focused exclusively on trading roles. Our team brings an average of 17 years’ experience in recruitment and search, giving us a clear understanding of what firms expect and what strong candidates look for in their next move. We take the time to understand your background, trading approach, and career objectives, then introduce you to opportunities where there is a genuine fit.
No generic shortlists. No wasted conversations. Just considered introductions between high-calibre talent and leading trading firms.
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We specialise in the core roles that underpin buy-side trading teams.
Quinton Davies focuses exclusively on Trading talent across New York’s most innovative prop trading firms and hedge funds.
Roles
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Discretionary Traders
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Electronic & Algorithmic Traders
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Market Makers
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Portfolio Managers
Roles
- Quantitative Researchers
- Quant Strategists
- Quantitative Analysts
- Quantitative Developers
Let’s talk about your next hire
Have questions about the trading talent market or a specific role you’re looking to fill? Need clarity on compensation benchmarks or current hiring conditions? Get in touch. Whether you’re a trading firm hiring talent or a trader considering your next move, we can help you navigate the market with confidence.
