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Mercer Direct message the job poster from Mercer We are seeking a talented individual to join our Portfolio Design, Analytics, & Risk Investment team at Mercer .
This role can be based in Minneapolis, Phoenix, St. Louis, or Chicago and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. As a
Portfolio Design, Analytics, & Risk Associat e, you will be instrumental in conducting comprehensive risk assessments, ESG analysis, and deep dives into fund performance, utilizing both external and proprietary modeling tools. You’ll develop innovative asset allocation models, craft compelling reports and presentations and play a key role in advancing internal methodologies. Collaborating with top investment teams and clients, you’ll help drive smarter decisions and showcase Mercer’s investment expertise. We will count on you to: Be responsible for risk analysis, fund deep dives, ESG analytics & report generation Model single and multi-asset portfolios using external and proprietary tools. Craft commentary and presentations, and compile analytics to support investment decision making process. Contribute to action-oriented portfolio research using statistical & factor modeling. Lead efforts to maintain, enhance, and develop internal methodologies to ensure continuous improvement and accuracy. Design strategic asset allocation models, risk, and return calibration and portfolio analytics for institutional investors. Develop marketing materials to effectively position investment performance and products in support of sales and client retention and respond to sales professionals’ requests for analysis related to competitive investment performance and/or portfolio characteristics. Participate in due diligence meetings with investment managers at Mercer's offices and contribute to the investment team's research effort What you need to have: An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Science or similar discipline is desirable or relevant post graduate experience. 3-5 years of experience in portfolio management, construction and advanced econometrics, statistical modelling, and programming skills (e.g., Python). Strong financial instruments knowledge, covering but not limited to fixed income, equities, ETF’s, investment funds, derivatives and market indices. Understanding of macro (fixed income/ rates) and systematic factors affecting a portfolio. Multi-asset class exposure with experience in attribution analysis. Excellent analytical and investment skills. Self-motivated with ability to work independently as well as lead the process to achieve targets in timely order. Evidence of expertise in statistical tools What makes you stand out? An Advanced degree in Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or Science. Self-starter with energy, proactivity and ability to deliver outcomes meeting. Solutions driven – ability to see the bigger picture and be proactive in identifying areas for enhancement. Strong organizational and time management skills. Why join our team: We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders. We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities. Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being. Seniority level
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Senior Quantitative Investment Analyst
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Mercer Join to apply for the
Senior Quantitative Investment Analyst
role at
Mercer Direct message the job poster from Mercer We are seeking a talented individual to join our Portfolio Design, Analytics, & Risk Investment team at Mercer .
This role can be based in Minneapolis, Phoenix, St. Louis, or Chicago and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. As a
Portfolio Design, Analytics, & Risk Associat e, you will be instrumental in conducting comprehensive risk assessments, ESG analysis, and deep dives into fund performance, utilizing both external and proprietary modeling tools. You’ll develop innovative asset allocation models, craft compelling reports and presentations and play a key role in advancing internal methodologies. Collaborating with top investment teams and clients, you’ll help drive smarter decisions and showcase Mercer’s investment expertise. We will count on you to: Be responsible for risk analysis, fund deep dives, ESG analytics & report generation Model single and multi-asset portfolios using external and proprietary tools. Craft commentary and presentations, and compile analytics to support investment decision making process. Contribute to action-oriented portfolio research using statistical & factor modeling. Lead efforts to maintain, enhance, and develop internal methodologies to ensure continuous improvement and accuracy. Design strategic asset allocation models, risk, and return calibration and portfolio analytics for institutional investors. Develop marketing materials to effectively position investment performance and products in support of sales and client retention and respond to sales professionals’ requests for analysis related to competitive investment performance and/or portfolio characteristics. Participate in due diligence meetings with investment managers at Mercer's offices and contribute to the investment team's research effort What you need to have: An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Science or similar discipline is desirable or relevant post graduate experience. 3-5 years of experience in portfolio management, construction and advanced econometrics, statistical modelling, and programming skills (e.g., Python). Strong financial instruments knowledge, covering but not limited to fixed income, equities, ETF’s, investment funds, derivatives and market indices. Understanding of macro (fixed income/ rates) and systematic factors affecting a portfolio. Multi-asset class exposure with experience in attribution analysis. Excellent analytical and investment skills. Self-motivated with ability to work independently as well as lead the process to achieve targets in timely order. Evidence of expertise in statistical tools What makes you stand out? An Advanced degree in Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or Science. Self-starter with energy, proactivity and ability to deliver outcomes meeting. Solutions driven – ability to see the bigger picture and be proactive in identifying areas for enhancement. Strong organizational and time management skills. Why join our team: We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders. We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities. Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being. Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Other and Analyst Industries Investment Management and Investment Advice Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mercer by 2x Get notified about new Investment Analyst jobs in
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