Associate Analyst - Quantitative Solutions

Your opportunity The Associate Analyst will support the Quant Solutions franchise by partnering closely with Portfolio Managers and senior investment professionals in the design, analysis, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of quantitative investment strategies and solutions. The role combines rigorous quantitative research with practical portfolio application and is well suited to a candidate seeking to build a long‑term career in systematic and quantitative investing within an active asset management environment. Quantitative Research & Strategy Development Support Portfolio Managers in the research, development, and refinement of quantitative investment strategies, including factor‑based, systematic, and hybrid approaches Conduct empirical research, statistical analysis, and back‑testing to evaluate investment signals, portfolio construction techniques, and risk frameworks Assist in the development of new quantitative solutions aligned to client objectives, benchmarks, and risk constraints Implementation & Portfolio Support Support Portfolio Managers in the implementation of quantitative strategies into live portfolios, including signal translation, portfolio construction, and rebalancing processes Monitor portfolio performance, factor exposures, and risk characteristics; analyze drivers or returns and deviations from expectations Help ensure strategies are implemented consistently, accurately, and in line with stated investment philosophies Data, Tools & Analytics Work with large financial datasets to support research and production processes, including data validation and maintenance Develop and maintain tools, models, and dashboards to support ongoing investment decision‑making and strategy monitoring Collaborate with technology, data, and operations teams to improve automation, robustness, and scalability of quant processes Collaboration & Communication Prepare clear, concise research outputs and materials for internal investment discussions and reviews Contribute to client‑facing materials, presentations, and written content in partnership with Portfolio Managers and Distribution teams, as required Work closely with colleagues across Quant, Research, Risk, Trading, and Product to support an integrated investment platform What to expect when you join our firm Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations Generous Holiday policies Paid volunteer time to step away from your desk and into the community Support to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and more Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services Complimentary subscription to Headspace – the mindfulness app Corporate membership to ClassPass and other health and well‑being benefits Unique employee events and programs including a 14er challenge Complimentary beverages, snacks and all employee Happy Hours Must have skills Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Finance or Physics Master’s degree in Financial Engineering or a related discipline, or 1–3 years of relevant professional experience Strong quantitative and analytical skills with a solid understanding of financial markets, and portfolio construction concepts Programming experience in SQL/Python; familiarity with libraries used for data analysis, statistics and financial modeling Ability to communicate complex quantitative concepts clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences High attention to detail, strong intellectual curiosity, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment Pragmatic mindset with ability to balance academic rigour and real‑world investment application Strong work ethic and commitment to delivering high‑quality, investment‑relevant insights Nice to have skills Masters or Doctoral degree in a quantitative or analytical field e.g. Mathematics, Computer Science, or Financial Engineering Exposure to systematic strategies, factor investing, risk models, or performance attribution Progress toward or completion of progressional qualifications such as CFA, or advanced quantitative certifications Investment areas Has responsibility for supporting portfolios that are covered by the Quant Solutions team Potential for growth Mentoring Leadership development programs Regular training Career development services Continuing education courses Compensation information The base salary range for this position is $120,000-$150,000. This range is estimated for this role. Actual pay may be different. This position will be open through until April 30, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr Imea