JOB DESCRIPTION Point72 Asset Management is seeking a Quantitative Analyst to join its Portfolio Construction & Analytics Team (PCAT) in the Office of the CIO. PCAT’s mandate is to study all drivers of success for Long/Short Equities investment professionals using data, analytics, and models of investor behavior and the market. These analyses are shared with portfolio managers to improve their strategies and with senior management to better allocate capital across investment teams. The ideal candidate is a highly analytical and creative problem-solver who can conduct independent research, work effectively as part of a team, and effectively summarize and communicate findings. RESPONSIBILITES Conduct bottoms-up analysis on the firm’s portfolios to identify strengths and weaknesses in idea generation, trading, and construction Form top-down views on which strategies offer the best risk/reward for the firm Invent new analytics to quantify skill and frameworks to support trade-offs between different sources of skill and risk Quantify market drivers to support pre-trade risk taking and decision making Communicate key findings to the team, PMs, and Co-CIOs Learn to develop in and contribute back to shared code base, reports, and research tools DESIRABLE CANDIDATES 2 or more years of experience in a quantitative research, portfolio management, or risk management role dealing with equities or equities investments Undergraduate, MS or Ph.D. in Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or Physics, or other quantitative discipline Experience with statistical models and essential methods of quantitative finance Some level of proficiency in quantitative programming (Python preferred) Highly analytical Good interpersonal skills Detail-oriented Self-starter Ability to work cooperatively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment A commitment to the highest ethical standards and to act with professionalism and integrity Point72 is a leading global
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Please send CVs to [email protected] with “202 7 KEPL Application” in the subject line. About Cubist: Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources. About Our Team: KEPL is a fast-growing team at Cubist Systematic Strategies. We specialize in trading medium-frequency statistical arbitrage strategies with high Sharpe. The team is made up of people from top universities and top tier trading and tech firms. We have an open and collaborative culture, and we value rigorous research and innovative technologies. We are actively expanding into new markets and assets
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Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen that deploys fundamental equities, systematic, macro, private credit, and venture capital strategies.
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