Quantitative Analyst- Equities- Hedge Fund- NYC

Quantitative Analyst- Equities- Hedge Fund
My client, a leading hedge fund is looking to add to the Global Equities team. Due to a period of sustained profits a rare opportunity exists for a quantitative equtiy researcher to join a world renowned team. The position is within the quantitative equities team, and the group itself manages $400 million in systematic equity strategies. The role will be working alongside a senior portfolio manager building models, developing new and existing strategies as well as portfolio construction and optimization. To be considered it is essential that you can display a good understanding of risk methdologies and performance attritubtion applicable to quantitative investing. As a quantitative analyst you will have a thorough understanding of all the risks to investments and trades and as such one of your responsibilities alongside the senior portfolio manager will be to advise internal desks, as well as ultra high net worth clients.
In order to be considered for this position it is essential to demonstrate the following:
A strong academic background based in either economics, finance or a similar field with exposure to both econometric and quantitative theory.
Experience working in quantitative equities either with exposure to fundamental data used to build quantitative research
Experience developing and backtesting models and strategies across global equities
CFA or CAIA is a big advantage.
Strong abilities in c++, java, matlab, R, sql, SAS

This position offers the platform on which you can build a very strong career in quantitative investment management, working in a leading team alongside a senior portfolio manager. Therefore, you should expect to be working in a highly competitive and commercial environment where you will be expected to learn quickly and adhere to strict deadlines. Salary and Benefits are competitive and interviews will take place over the next two weeks.
All applications should be made as quickly as possible, and only CVs submitted in word format will be considered.

August 16, 2013 • Tags:  • Posted in: Financial

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