Vice President, Quantitative Research, Model Portfolio Solutions (mps), Multi-asset Strategies & Solutions (mass)

BlackRock UK

Not specified; annual discretionary bonus availabl...
4d onsite
Python programming experience
Large dataset analysis skills
Multi-asset portfolio construction
The role involves developing original financial research to forecast market return drivers and build or improve multi-asset portfolios

Job Summary

  • The role involves developing original financial research to forecast market return drivers and build or improve multi-asset portfolios.
  • Candidates will create alpha signals for trading baskets of stocks, bonds, commodities, or alternative securities across asset classes.
  • BlackRock offers a hybrid work model requiring at least 4 days in the office per week to foster collaboration and apprenticeship.

Matching Summary

The role involves developing original financial research to forecast market return drivers and build or improve multi-asset portfolios.

Salary

Not specified; Annual discretionary bonus available; Benefits include healthcare, retirement plan, and Flexible Time Off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python programming experience
  • Large dataset analysis skills
  • Multi-asset portfolio construction
  • Alpha signal development
  • Financial market forecasting

Nice-to-have

  • Creative critical thinking about markets
  • Collaborative team player spirit
  • Willingness to learn new strategies
  • Experience with ETFs and active funds
  • Strong academic credentials in finance

Key Requirements

  • Degree in finance, financial engineering, data science, economics, or accounting
  • At least one year of programming in Python
  • Advanced degree preferred
  • Extensive empirical training in quantitative analysis

Work Rights

Not specified

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