Responsibilities
This role will require working closely with portfolio managers to generate investment ideas, structuring and implementing trades and monitoring the current portfolio. An ideal candidate should have excellent work ethic, strong analytical as well as problem-solving skills, complemented with strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset.
Basic responsibilities will include the analysis of unique data sets for use in investment management as well as forecasting and building tools to facilitate this analysis.
Key responsibilities and qualities:
Conceptualize, design and test predictive statistical models
Review and analyze performance of new and existing strategies
Perform data-mining from unconventional data sources and build unique trading signals
Monitor daily risks, trading system and positions in the portfolio
Work jointly with portfolio managers, technology and operations team
Manage confidential information in an appropriate and professional manner
Attention to detail with logical thought process, superior time management and organizational skills;
Strong communication skills to collaborate both within and across teams, to effectively communicate research ideas, concepts, and progress
Strong problem solving and analytical skills and the ability to identify and manage project related risks and issues
Proven ability to work under pressure, manage and coordinate multiple streams of work simultaneously and effectively resolve issues and conflicts to ensure timely delivery
Passion for financial and crypto market investing
Requirements
Recent graduate (Undergrad or Grad) from a top university in finance, economics, engineering, computer sciences, and/or math
Strong knowledge of probability and statistics (e.g. machine learning, time-series analysis, pattern recognition, NLP)
Strong programming, analytical and quantitative skills
Experience in analyzing large data sets
Experience in Matlab/ C# / Python / SQL
Proven track record of process management, performance evaluations, lead generation, project management, and excellence in client services
Strong interpersonal skills with a strong collaboration mindset
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage through ambiguity and prioritize effectively
Excellent communication skills and fluency in English is require
Experience or an understanding of NFTs, blockchain technology or cryptocurrency will be a plus