Quantitative Analyst

1 week ago

Evanston, Illinois, United States Magnetar Full time
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Magnetar is a leading global alternative asset manager with a strong track record of delivering positive outcomes for our investors. Our focus on core businesses such as Alternative Credit and Fixed Income, Healthcare, and Systematic Investing enables us to generate consistent performance across various market conditions.

We are based in Evanston, IL, with additional offices in New York, London, and Houston. Our employees are highly skilled professionals who enjoy collaborating and implementing innovative ideas.

We prioritize investing in our employees' health, well-being, and firm culture. Our benefits include premier health care, a 401(K) savings program with employer match, unlimited PTO, and access to mental and physical wellness programs.

Job Overview

The Quantitative Analyst will perform detailed analysis on core initiatives to drive operating efficiencies and decisions across our multi-strategy hedge fund. The Analyst will utilize key skills including communication, research, desk support, computational finance, modeling, and business analysis.

The ideal candidate will possess a high level of intelligence and drive, with the ability to work independently and in multi-disciplinary teams. They will have an optimistic attitude and a willingness to contribute to the team's success.

Responsibilities
  • Develop in-depth operational knowledge of proprietary and third-party analytic models
  • Demonstrate knowledge of financial and computational methodologies
  • Evolving Portfolio Optimization and cash flow capabilities
  • Collaborate with team members to develop prototype analytic models
  • Effectively facilitate communication and work cross-functionally with business SMEs and IT Application Development Group
Qualifications
  • Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Physics, Mathematics, or Quantitative Finance
  • 2-3 years' of work experience in the financial industry
  • Strong financial modeling skills and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and VBA
  • Knowledge of C#, C++, Java, Python, and/or MATLAB is helpful
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • A strong sense of ownership and personal accountability
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be proactive
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