Quantitative Analyst

Fidelity Investments • Boston, MA

82d

About The Position

Quantitative Research & Investments (QRI) is an investments and research division within Asset Management at Fidelity. We are responsible for the management and development of quantitative and hybrid quant/fundamental investment strategies and solutions while providing high quality quantitative, data-driven support to Fidelity's investment professionals, ensuring they have access to the most relevant data and advanced quantitative analysis. With roughly $800 billion in assets under management, Fidelity Asset Management Solutions (FAMS) is a leading provider of multi-asset class solutions for retail and institutional clients. The range of investment solutions includes target date funds, target allocations funds, income and real return strategies, world allocation funds, managed-volatility strategies and other custom institutional solutions. The Multi-Asset Class (MAC) Quantitative Research Team within QRI provides research and analysis to FAMS portfolio managers and other investment professionals in support of our broad range of investment solutions. This research is vital in helping portfolio managers to select the most suitable investment options and manage asset class and risk exposures across all investment solutions we deliver. Members of the team either work directly within a specific investment team as an embedded analyst or support all investment teams as a central analyst.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of market dynamics, quantitative strategies, portfolio construction, and risk management.
• Advanced degree in finance, math, engineering, science, or business.
• 10+ years in quantitative research (multi- or single-asset class).
• 5+ years applying quantitative techniques in discretionary investment processes.
• Programming and data management experience; proficiency in Python or R.

Nice To Haves

• Strategic thinker with a bias for timely execution.
• Professional presence with strong communication across all levels.
• Independent idea generator with a collaborative working style.
• Passionate about markets and investing.
• High integrity, humility, and team orientation.
• Committed to investment principles and repeatable processes.
• Client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate global macro views based on both independent and collaborative research.
• Lead research across four areas: strategic asset allocation, tactical asset allocation, portfolio construction, and manager research.
• Build quantitative tools and infrastructure to support discretionary and systematic investment processes.
• Monitor and attribute portfolio risks and returns.
• Collaborate across investment and technology teams, mentor analysts.
• Translate complex quantitative ideas for non-technical audiences.
• Share insights through stakeholder presentations and published research.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Master's degree