Where Talent Meets Capital

We specialise in connecting world-class quantitative trading talent with leading trading firms and institutional investors.

With deep expertise in quantitative finance and a strong industry network, we serve as a strategic partner for both talent acquisition and capital placements in the quantitative trading space.

Our Mission

Meet the Team

  • Alban Gasser

    Co-Founder

    Previously COO at Quant Satoshi, scaling from 0 to $60m AUM, and Head of Business Development at ML Tech.

    Began as a Machine Learning Recruiter at Selby Jennings, specializing in quant trading and digital assets.

  • James Hume

    Co-Founder

    Formerly Head of Business Development at B2C2, driving growth in OTC spot and derivatives, and Global Head of Institutional Sales at HTX, collaborating with leading HFT firms.

  • Dave Brickell

    Co-Founder & Advisor

    Formerly Director of Institutional Sales at Paradigm, Bequant, and Director of Macro FX Sales at RBC Capital Markets.

    Leveraging over a decade of expertise in institutional sales, prime brokerage, and digital assets.

  • Our recruitment service connects elite talent with leading trading firms across quantitative trading areas, including research, technology, distribution, and operations.

    We emphasise precision and quality, ensuring successful placements that create optimal partnerships. By addressing the specific needs of clients and candidates, we foster mutual success and long-term collaboration text goes here

  • Blue Coast’s Capital Raising service bridges trading firms with institutional investors, shedding light on the often opaque world of digital assets. Our retained consulting services include data insights, capital introductions and strategic advice to ensure your strategy resonates with the ideal investors for your firm.

  • Blue Coast’s Proprietary Trading division supports emerging managers by offering competitive fees, infrastructure access, and favorable trading terms. We invest in quant talent, aligning our interests and empowering growth.

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