Description
Quantitative Analyst for Boston Hedge FundA buy-side asset management firm in Boston is seeking a senior quantitative analyst to make an immediate impact on the firm's quantitative investment process. This person will work closely with other analysts and portfolio managers to add significant value for clients, and to drive the firm's investment strategy. The asset strategies group within the firm manages funds for institutions, pension funds, and sub-advisory clients, and balances a broad scope of solutions and products that span the multi-asset class spectrum of absolute return-oriented, inflation-related, and unconstrained areas.
The ideal candidate will display the following characteristics:
- World-class analytic and quantitative skills as demonstrated by prior work experience in the area of portfolio management, asset allocation, quantitative research, and/or financial services.
- Significant training in quantitative and analytic methods. Candidates with advanced degrees from a top institution in a field such as economics, statistics, physics, or math are strongly preferred, and we welcome truly exceptional candidates from all backgrounds.
- Strong programming skills are critical for success in any quantitative asset management role.
- Creativity, enthusiasm, and collegiality should support candidates' outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Develop proprietary value-based and quantitative strategies to manage a multi-billion dollar fund globally.
- Engage with senior management and partners on topics ranging from liquidity to performance analyses.
- Work closely with software developers to streamline proprietary trading and portfolio management software.
- Collaborate with industry thought leaders within the firm on topics ranging from Trading and Analysis, Risk Management, and Software Development.
This is a diverse and exciting role for candidates to make a significant contribution to all of the firm's internal groups. Quantitative researcher who is driven to succeed in a competitive environment: Please forward your CV to Matthew Gallira for immediate consideration.
To find out more about Huxley Associates please visit www.huxley.com