Financial Research Associate

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Mason Blake Full time

Mason Blake is a leading employment agency for top-tier asset managers seeking skilled professionals. We are currently partnering with a prominent investment firm to recruit a Financial Research Associate to join their Global Equity investment team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing quantitative-based research that significantly contributes to the development and evolution of the quantitative framework. This role involves:

  • Developing bespoke factor models for portfolio managers to inform stock selection decisions
  • Designing and implementing new factor signals to enhance investment strategies
  • Collaborating with portfolio managers to identify potential areas for further analysis and direction

To succeed in this position, candidates should possess:

  • 2-5 years of experience in a front-office quantitative research role, preferably on the buy-side
  • A deep understanding of factor investing, risk premia, equity valuation, and behavioral finance
  • Proficiency in R, Python, and/or SQL programming languages
  • A graduate degree in a quantitative or analytical field; a professional qualification such as CFA is desirable
  • Strong knowledge of equity markets and a positive attitude with excellent attention to detail
  • A passion for quantitative finance and an interest in cutting-edge technology in the data science community

This opportunity offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, and benefits include access to advanced data analytics tools and regular training opportunities.

Mason Blake acts as an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from diverse candidates regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief, or age.



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