Hedge Fund Instructor (Part-Time/Contract)
About The Position
As a Hedge Fund Instructor, you will have the opportunity to teach, mentor, and inspire future investors and finance professionals. In this role, you will: Serve as a lead facilitator for hedge fund and public equities training sessions, helping participants develop the analytical and investing skills required to succeed on the buy-side. Share real-world insights from your investing experience, including idea generation, portfolio construction, and risk management. Develop your personal brand as a thought leader in hedge fund investing while expanding your network across top financial institutions. The ideal candidate has deep experience in hedge fund investing (buy-side) and a passion for teaching complex investment concepts in a clear, engaging, and practical way.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in hedge fund or buy-side investing roles
- Background in: Long/short equity (preferred) Macro, credit, or quantitative strategies (also considered)
- Prior experience in investment banking or equity research strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience with: Building and owning financial models Generating investment ideas (long and short) Conducting fundamental analysis and sector coverage Making investment recommendations and contributing to portfolio decisions
- Typical titles include: Hedge Fund Analyst, Investment Analyst, Long/Short Equity Analyst, Public Equities Analyst, or Portfolio Analyst
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Strong financial modeling, accounting, Excel, and PowerPoint skills
- Deep understanding of public markets and hedge fund strategies
- Ability to clearly communicate complex investment concepts
- Passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing others
- Flexibility to conduct training sessions Monday–Friday and weekends as needed
- Ability to commit to at least 10 training days per year
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
Nice To Haves
- MBA or CFA is a plus but not required
Responsibilities
- Deliver in-person and virtual training seminars for clients, including: Undergraduate and MBA students at leading business schools Professionals at investment banks, hedge funds, asset managers, and other institutions
- Teach core hedge fund and public equities concepts, including: Fundamental long/short equity investing Investment idea generation and alpha creation Financial modeling and valuation Sector/industry coverage and research frameworks Portfolio construction and risk management
- Conduct one-on-one tutoring or small-group sessions to provide personalized instruction
- Collaborate with WSP to: Enhance and update existing hedge fund training materials Develop new content across strategies (e.g., long/short equity, macro, credit, quantitative)
- Successfully complete WSP’s Train-the-Trainer Program, designed to refine instructional and presentation skills
Benefits
- All travel and accommodation expenses covered by WSP
- Paid professional development through WSP’s Train-the-Trainer Program
- Flexible scheduling to fit your availability
- Opportunities to: Deepen your expertise across hedge fund strategies and markets Establish yourself as a thought leader in the investment community Expand your network across top-tier buy-side and sell-side institutions Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team passionate about finance education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
