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Quantitative Researcher


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  • AXA Investment Managers
  • London
  • 6 days ago

Quantitative Researcher

22 Bishopsgate, London- Hybrid

Permanent

At AXA IM our purpose, to act for human progress by investing for what matters, is central to every action we take as a business. As a responsible asset manager, we actively invest for the long-term to help our clients, our people and the world to prosper.

As a future Quantitative Researcher, you will report to Head of Research & Innovation EQI, and you will be part of AXA IM EQI.

DISCOVER your opportunity

Quantitative researchers are responsible the development of EQI investment models, investment process and overall investment outcomes of AXA IM quantitative equity (EQI) investment strategies.

N.B. This is not an entry level or graduate position, we are looking for experienced quantitative researchers.

Your role and responsibilities will include:

  • Undertake quantitative research with objective to improving of existing EQI investment models/signals.
  • Undertake quantitative research with objective to developing new quantitative investment models/signals including investigating new sources of data and techniques to analyses data
  • In collaboration with EQI PMs to ensure the impact model/signal enhancements at overall portfolio level outcomes are robustly tested.
  • Contribute to preparation of Investment committee material.
  • Contribute to development and enhancement of EQI research platform

Your Profile

SHARE your unique expertise

We welcome different combinations of skills & experiences.

Your qualifications and experience:

  • Advanced degree in mathematics, physics, computer science or another related field. PHD preferred. CFA Charter desirable
  • Strong knowledge of Quantitative Asset Management
  • Proven track record to design, implement and validate quantitative stock selection models.
  • Proven capacity to make informed, data driven, investment decisions in dynamic and uncertain market environments.

Your knowledge and skills:

  • Proficiency in statistical analysis and quantitative modelling techniques.
  • Strong programming skills, especially in languages such as Python, SAS, Matlab or R.
  • Deep understanding of risk model methodologies.
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to foster a collaborative and innovative team culture.
  • Strong facilitation/negotiation skills
  • Effective communication of quant concepts and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Capacity to find solutions, collaborative
  • Willingness to implement practical solutions
  • Client-centric
  • Capacity to work in collaboration with different groups and teams in an international environment
  • Conviction and influence skills
  • Perseverance and tenacity

We would love to know more about you. Let's connect! Send us your resume.

About AXA

The AXA Group is a global leader in insurance and asset management, with 160,000 employees serving 105 million customers in 62 countries.

We protect and advise our clients at every stage of their lives, offering products and services that meet their needs in the areas of insurance, personal protection, savings and asset management.

Our mission : To act for human progress by protecting what matters

Our values : Customer first, Integrity, Courage and One AXA

About the Entity

At AXA IM we are investing with a clear purpose - to make the world a better place. We act for human progress by investing for what matters. Our conviction-led approach enables us to uncover what we believe to be the best global investment opportunities across alternative and core asset classes. We are already entrusted by our clients with more than €887 billion in assets.

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AXA IM is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage candidates with disabilities or any other protected characteristic to apply. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, when needed, to apply for a position or to perform essential job functions.

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What We Offer

We are committed to offer you an environment where you can:

Grow your potential: Be part of a forward-thinking business with internal opportunities and personalized learning paths available to help constantly develop your skills and abilities.

Shape the way you work: Work for a company which is highly committed to providing flexibility & balance to its employees, offering you a large range of benefits (hybrid working, competitive health benefits, among many others.).

Thrive within a diverse community: Play a role within a responsible company that actively recognizes and values individual differences in a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Move the world forward: Join a responsible employer that acts in favor of societal and environmental causes as an investor, insurer and company, notably through the AXA Heart in Action association. As part of our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, we will celebrate your arrival by planting a tree.

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