Abhijeet Vakil
About Abhijeet Vakil
Abhijeet Vakil is a Desk Quant Analyst at Squarepoint Capital in London, England, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in mathematics from Imperial College London and has held various internships in finance and education.
Current Role at Squarepoint Capital
Abhijeet Vakil serves as a Desk Quant Analyst at Squarepoint Capital, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is involved in quantitative analysis and financial modeling, contributing to the firm's trading strategies and investment decisions. His work is based in London, England, where he applies his analytical skills to support the firm's operations.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his current role, Abhijeet Vakil gained valuable experience through various internships in the finance sector. He completed a summer internship at J.P. Morgan in 2017, where he worked for one month in Bournemouth, England. Additionally, he interned at Thales in 2016 and Santander UK in 2015, both for one month each, in London and Stanmore, respectively. These experiences provided him with insights into the financial industry and enhanced his analytical capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Abhijeet Vakil studied Mathematics at Imperial College London, where he earned an MSci degree from 2018 to 2022. His educational background also includes seven years at Queen Elizabeth's School, Barnet, from 2011 to 2018. This academic foundation has equipped him with strong quantitative skills essential for his role in finance.
Teaching Experience
In 2017, Abhijeet Vakil worked as a Public Speaking Teacher at the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA) for one month. This role involved instructing students in effective communication skills, demonstrating his ability to convey complex ideas clearly and confidently.