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Quantitative Risk Analyst

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Schonfeld

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Data
    Banking & Finance
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You need 3+ years in quantitative risk or trading, strong math and statistical skills, Python and SQL proficiency, attention to detail, and effective communication. A passion for learning is essential.
  • You will assist in research and portfolio construction, leverage investment feedback, address operational issues, ensure data quality, and integrate new datasets for risk models.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in a related role (quantitative trading or risk) with knowledge of finance and financial products
  • Strong mathematical and statistical modeling skills
  • Very strong coding skills, particularly in Python and SQL
  • Comfortable with analyzing large datasets and maintaining high attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills and ability to synthesize and communicate findings
  • Passion for learning and discovering new aspects of Quantitative Finance

Responsibilities

  • This person will help the discretionary risk team on research and portfolio construction questions relating to portfolio managers.
  • A successful candidate will leverage interactions with and feedback from investment professionals to help direct and conduct investment research in various topics, including manager skill, portfolio optimization and hedging strategies and risk / alpha factor modeling.
  • They will liaise with technology and support teams to help resolve daily production / operational issues and ensure data integrity / quality.
  • They will investigate and integrate new datasets used by proprietary models and risk infrastructure.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Quantitative Risk Analyst role?

The primary focus of the Quantitative Risk Analyst role is on investment research, analytics, and risk oversight for managers on the EMEA discretionary long/short equity platform, with an emphasis on the European market.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

A minimum of 3 years' experience in a related role, such as quantitative trading or risk, along with knowledge of finance and financial products is required.

What programming skills are necessary for this role?

Strong coding skills in Python and SQL are essential for the Quantitative Risk Analyst position.

Will the Quantitative Risk Analyst work with large datasets?

Yes, the candidate should be comfortable analyzing large datasets and maintaining high attention to detail.

What type of communication skills are required for this position?

Strong communication skills are necessary, along with the ability to synthesize and communicate findings effectively.

Are there any preferred qualifications for the ideal candidate?

Yes, preferred qualifications include prior experience building and maintaining equity factor models, experience with optimization and portfolio construction, and familiarity with kdb and q.

How does Schonfeld prioritize its employees?

Schonfeld prioritizes its employees by following the mantra "Talent is our strategy," emphasizing the importance of its people in achieving success.

What kind of work environment does Schonfeld promote?

Schonfeld promotes a teamwork-oriented and collaborative environment where ideas at any level are encouraged and shared.

What initiatives does Schonfeld support for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion?

Schonfeld is committed to creating a welcoming and supportive hiring process and encourages diversity in identity, thought, people, and views, which are foundational to its culture and success.

What types of strategies does Schonfeld employ in its investment approach?

Schonfeld employs four trading strategies: quantitative, fundamental equity, tactical trading, and discretionary macro & fixed income.

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Schonfeld

Finance
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1988
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Schonfeld Strategic Advisors is a multi-manager platform that invests its capital with Internal and Partner portfolio managers, primarily on an exclusive or semi-exclusive basis, across four trading strategies; quantitative, fundamental equity, tactical trading and discretionary macro & fixed income. We have created a unique structure to provide global portfolio managers with autonomy, flexibility and support to best enable them to maximize the value of their businesses. Over the last 30 years, Schonfeld has successfully capitalized on inefficiencies and opportunities within the markets. We have developed and invested heavily in proprietary technology, infrastructure and risk analytics and continue to capitalize on new opportunities. In 2021 we launched our newest strategy, discretionary macro & fixed income as part of the continual growth of Schonfeld’s investible universe. Our portfolio exposure has expanded across the Americas, Europe and Asia as well as multiple asset classes and products.