Business Development Analyst - EMEA

AQR • Greenwich, CT

85d • $110,000 - $120,000

About The Position

AQR is a global investment firm built at the intersection of financial theory and practical application. We strive to deliver concrete, long-term results by looking past market noise to identify and isolate the factors that matter most, and by developing ideas that stand up to rigorous testing. By putting theory into practice, we have become a leader in alternative strategies and an innovator in traditional portfolio management since 1998. At AQR, our employees share a common spirit of academic excellence, intellectual honesty and an unwavering commitment to seeking the truth. We're determined to know what makes financial markets tick - and we'll ask every question and challenge every assumption. We recognize and respect the power of collaboration, and believe transparency and openness to new ideas leads to innovation.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Business or a Science, Quantitative, or Engineering Program from a top university is preferred.
• 1-3 years' of relevant post-undergraduate experience within a professional services environment; financial services, investment management and management consultant backgrounds are a plus.
• High degree of intellectual curiosity.
• High proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel is required.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of finance and the investment management industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to senior members of the Business Development team whose objective is to build and deepen relationships with investors.
• Develop strong AQR product and asset class knowledge and demonstrate interest in the industry.
• Liaise with other members of Business Development to update marketing materials and leverage the firm's intellectual capital.
• Ensure the completion of Requests for Proposal/Information and Due Diligence Questionnaires to a high standard in a timely fashion coordinating with other parts of the business.
• Interact with portfolio managers to help create and maintain up-to-date, high quality presentation materials.
• Act as a point of contact for existing investors and be responsible for marshaling the full resources of the firm to coordinate responses to all investor inquiries.
• Coordinate client meetings and conference calls with investors.
• Act as a central point of contact internally for sustainability related projects and investor inquiries.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual discretionary bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Funds, Trusts, and Other Financial Vehicles
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees