YOUR QUANT TALENT PARTNER IN THE GULF
Quantra is a specialist executive search firm focused exclusively on quantitative and data-driven talent across the GCC.
We connect top-tier professionals — from quantitative researchers and portfolio managers to algorithmic traders and financial engineers — with forward-thinking firms operating in crypto, multi-asset trading, DeFi, and emerging financial infrastructure.
With a deep understanding of quantitative finance, technology, and the evolving financial landscape in the region, we offer discreet access to high-impact talent and opportunities that are often under the radar.
Whether you’re building a systematic desk, hiring for a crypto quant strategy, or scaling your data and research teams — we help you hire with precision.
WHY PARTNER
WITH QUANTRA
DOMAIN EXPERTISE
We speak the language of systematic finance — from alpha generation and portfolio optimization to execution infrastructure and risk analytics. This depth of understanding allows us to engage credibly with top talent and hiring managers alike.
REGIONAL FOCUS, GLOBAL REACH
Deeply embedded in the GCC market — with on-the-ground insight across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and more — we specialize in local mandates while tapping into a global pool of elite candidates. Whether sourcing regionally or facilitating international relocations, we deliver seamlessly.
PRECISION SEARCH
No noise. Just rigorously vetted, high-impact talent. Our focus on quant, tech, and trading roles means every introduction is intentional, data-informed, and aligned to long-term strategic fit.
WHO WE WORK WITH
SYSTEMATIC ASSET MANAGERS
Quantitative alpha meets institutional rigor. We place senior researchers, data scientists, and PMs across traditional and digital asset strategies.
PROPRIETARY TRADING FIRMS
Speed, scale, and signal. We support systematic and HFT-focused prop firms in sourcing quants, devs, and execution specialists who thrive under pressure.
CRYPTO HEDGE FUNDS
From multi-strategy desks to market-neutral quant funds, we help crypto-native and hybrid managers build world-class research, trading, and infrastructure teams.
FAMILY OFFICES
Working with discreet, capital-rich entities across the Gulf, we help build internal trading, research, and digital asset arms with global-caliber quant talent.