Business Development Analyst - U.S. Wealth

AQR•Greenwich, CT

9d•$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. AQR is looking to hire a full-time Analyst to join the RIA channel within our U.S. Wealth team. As part of our Business Development group, our U.S. Wealth team engages with taxable U.S. investors and their advisors. The team is responsible for education, awareness and managing new and current client relationships for AQR strategies through dedicated coverage to the Registered Investment Advisor community.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree; concentrations in Economics, Marketing, Finance or Business
1-2 years of relevant post-undergraduate experience at an investment management or asset management firm, a consulting firm or investment bank
High degree of intellectual curiosity
High proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel
FINRA series 7 and 63 licenses required
Hard working and eager to learn in a highly intellectual, collaborative environment
Interested in a long-term career trajectory in a sales role
Well-organized and detail-oriented
Enthusiastic about developing and implementing ideas
Self-starter, able to work independently as well as within a team
Exceptional analytical and problem solving skills
Strong oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of finance and the investment management industry is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Provide senior relationship managers with sales and administrative support, including preparing analysis, presentations, client/prospect materials, and updating databases (CRM).
Provide inbound and outbound client support, including helping to service clients, quantify prospects, and sending follow-up information.
Proactively use databases and sales reports to assist senior relationship managers in managing their territories.
Work closely with Portfolio Management, Portfolio Solutions, Compliance, Legal, Operations, Risk, and Trading teams to address client requests.
Develop robust AQR product and asset class knowledge and demonstrate interest in the industry.
Participate in projects and initiatives to help improve overall team functionality and efficiency.