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Quant Finance Jobs in Bristol
Bristol has a thriving technology sector and a notable financial services presence, particularly in insurance, pensions, and asset management. The city's strong university and tech ecosystem make it an emerging location for quantitative and data-driven finance roles.
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The quant scene in Bristol
Bristol's quant-adjacent opportunities are concentrated in insurance analytics, pension fund modelling, and a growing fintech scene. The city's tech community is one of the strongest outside London, which creates crossover opportunities for quants interested in data science and machine learning applications in finance.
Quant salaries in Bristol
Note: Salary commentary below is indicative only - bands vary by role, employer, and year; verify independently. Quantitative salaries in Bristol are typically 15-25% below London, with a meaningfully lower cost of living. Expect ranges of £30,000 to £50,000 for entry-level and £70,000 to £120,000 for experienced roles.
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Universities and programmes
- University of Bristol - MSc Financial Mathematics
Meetups and communities
- Bristol Tech Festival
- Bath-Bristol data science meetups
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