Senior Quantitative Analyst

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Our client is an Asset Management firm that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide.

They are seeking a Quantitative Analyst to join a Portfolio Construction and Analysis (PCA) team within the CIO office.

The PCA team plays a vital role in the Equity L/S business at the firm, collaborating with investment teams to improve net revenue and risk adjusted returns. Senior Quantitative Analysts build collaborative relationships with portfolio managers, develop a deep understanding of each portfolio manager’s investment approach, and perform research and build analytics to identify opportunities to improve investment process, risk management, and portfolio construction.

The ideal candidate is a smart, articulate, and creative problem solver with strong quantitative and technical skills and well-versed in equities.

The Senior Quantitative Analyst Will

• Investigate portfolios and strategies to develop data-driven, in-depth comprehension of L/S investment processes, risk profiles, portfolio construction, and investor behavior
• Conduct innovative and scientific research to identify and model macro and fundamental drivers of performance and risks
• Develop analytics, quantitative tools, and analytical framework to attribute performance, monitor risks, and evaluate portfolio construction
• Identify and manage new datasets that support investment decisions and risk management processes
• Deliver research findings and make recommendations to PCA teammates, portfolio managers, and senior leadership
• Build strong relationships and continually engage with portfolio managers to discuss and understand their businesses and investment approaches.

• Masters or PhD in a quantitative or engineering discipline with strong technical, quantitative, and communication skills
• 3-7 years of experience in a quantitative research or risk management capacity covering equities investing
• Strong background in Statistics/Math/Econometrics
• Strong technical skills with high level of proficiency in Python and SQL
• Understanding of fundamental long/short sector investing and equity markets
• Ability to manipulate and synthesize large data sets
• High-energy personality and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High degree of drive – must be a self-starter
• Ability to recognize and seize opportunities
• Depth of skills enabling him/her to perform ad hoc and other special studies
• Strong communications skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely to senior management and fundamental portfolio managers
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player, with the ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff and to thrive in a team-oriented environment
• A commitment to the highest ethical standards and to act with professionalism and integrity

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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