Senior Quantitative Analyst (Putnam Investments)

Franklin Templeton • Boston, MA

3d

About The Position

Putnam Investments, a Specialist Investment Manager (SIM) of Franklin Templeton, is a diversified, equity asset manager with roots dating back to 1937. They manage a range of active equity portfolios with a focus on stock-specific opportunities. Their approach is stock-driven rather than style-driven, designed to produce consistent outperformance. As of December 31st, 2025, the firm managed over $162 billion in assets under management. The Investment Risk Group is seeking an experienced Quantitative Analyst to enhance the investment process through data-driven insights, portfolio analytics, and tool development. This role involves working alongside portfolio managers and research analysts, combining technical and problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of the securities industry to support idea generation, portfolio construction, and risk management. The Senior Quantitative Analyst will also contribute to external thought leadership through quantitative research for client communications, marketing materials, and white papers.

Requirements

• BS or MS in finance, mathematics, statistics, computing science or similar quantitative field
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in a quantitative role within asset management
• Experience supporting fundamental equity teams or working in a hybrid quant/fundamental environment
• Knowledge of equity factor models and their practical application in portfolios
• Ability to analyze large datasets and translate outputs into actionable ideas
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate quantitative insights into compelling narratives
• Proficiency in SQL, R and Python strongly preferred
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques and their application to financial data
• In depth knowledge of risk management and optimization techniques
• Team player; willingness to work hard and contribute to achievement of team goals

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains quantitative tools to support fundamental stock selection and portfolio construction
• Supports portfolio construction decisions through optimization, scenario analysis, and risk-aware frameworks
• Builds and enhances stock selection models, screening tools, and a factor library to complement fundamental research
• Analyze alternative and traditional datasets to identify insights relevant to company fundamentals and market behavior
• Designs and implements back testing frameworks for portfolio strategies and alpha signals
• Contributes to product development and new fund launches
• Works closely with technology teams to operationalize tools and enhance data infrastructure
• Conducts quantitative research to support client engagement, including marketing materials, presentations, and white papers
• Translates analytical results into clear, compelling narratives for both internal stakeholders and external audiences

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus
• 401(k) plan with a generous match
• Recognition rewards
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Range of competitive healthcare options
• Insurance
• Disability benefits
• Employee stock investment program
• Learning resources
• Career development programs
• Reimbursement for certain education expenses
• Paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays)
• Motivational wellbeing program
• Three weeks paid time off the first year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
• Employee Stock Investment Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
• Onsite fitness center and recreation center
• Onsite cafeteria

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior