Quantitative Research Analyst - Client Solutions & Analytics
About The Position
The Client Solutions & Analytics team produces thought leadership and quantitative research for PIMCO clients. The role involves publishing and presenting research on relevant market themes, constructing bespoke investment solutions, and developing platforms and applications to analyze client portfolios. Research topics adapt to market trends and client interest and may include inflation, fixed income in the current yield environment, private asset risk and performance, smart beta emerging market portfolios, and capital market assumptions. The analyst will build research and solutions from inception to completion to address client needs, collaborating with Portfolio Management, Product Strategy, and Client Management. The role includes internal and client presentations and calls for a strong research background and excellent public speaking skills.
Requirements
- 0–3 years of relevant work experience in asset management, buy-side or sell-side research, investment consulting, or academia.
- Strong interest and background in quantitative disciplines.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
Nice To Haves
- A PhD in finance, economics, or a quantitative discipline from a leading university.
- Knowledge of asset pricing, economic theory, and optimization methods.
- Formal training in empirical research, especially time-series and panel-data econometrics.
- Experience analyzing large data sets.
- Programming proficiency; Python, MATLAB, and C++ are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Produce quantitative research and thought leadership for PIMCO clients.
- Publish and present research on relevant market themes.
- Construct bespoke investment solutions to fit client needs.
- Develop platforms and applications to analyze client portfolios.
- Build research and solutions from inception to completion.
- Collaborate with Portfolio Management, Product Strategy, and Client Management.
- Present research and solutions in internal and client presentations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life insurance and travel coverage.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Parental leave and support.
- Employee assistance plan.
- Commuter benefits.
- Health club discounts.
- Educational and CFA certification reimbursement programs.
- Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office.
- Base salary and a discretionary bonus as part of total compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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