Lead Quantitative Researcher - Investment Risk
Location: New York, Los Angeles, or San Francisco
- Lead Risk Research & Development: Build and refine models and frameworks that assess and monitor portfolio risk across asset classes.
- Generate Strategic Insights: Conduct deep analytical work, both quantitative and qualitative, to uncover new approaches to evaluating investment risk.
- Shape Investment Oversight: Work closely with investment professionals and governance teams to integrate risk thinking into portfolio construction and oversight.
- Collaborate Across Functions: Partner with business, client, and technology teams to develop tools and initiatives that enhance the firm's risk capabilities.
- Promote Transparency & Education: Represent the firm's risk practices in internal and external settings, helping stakeholders understand methodologies and align with industry standards.
- Contribute to Leadership & Culture: Mentor peers, influence strategic direction, and actively engage in the firm's values-driven culture.
- At least 10 years of experience in investment risk research, modeling, and analytics.
- PhD strongly preferred (or equivalent advanced degree) in a quantitative discipline such as Financial Engineering, Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing innovative risk models and exploring complex, open-ended research questions with clarity and rigor.
- Hands-on experience with industry-standard platforms (e.g., MSCI BarraOne, BlackRock Aladdin), statistical tools, and programming languages (e.g., Python).
- Strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate emerging risks and translate analysis into actionable recommendations.
- Strong communicator who can distill complex technical insights into clear narratives for diverse audiences.
- Collaborative leader who thrives in agile, cross-functional environments and can influence across levels.
- Proactive problem solver with a passion for advancing risk analytics and contributing to a culture of excellence.
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