Lead Quant Portfolio Manager – Data-Driven Trading

Point72; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Point72 is looking for an experienced professional to manage portfolio risk and oversee the development of sophisticated investment strategies. You'll work on various quantitative financial modeling systems to aid in analysis and research, while also supervising a dedicated team.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's or Ph.D. and have at least 10 years of experience in developing quantitative models for financial markets. This role demands advanced skills in statistical analysis and a curiosity about market behavior.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience with quantitative models for equities, futures, or FX.
• Experience in all stages of the research process: methodology, data analysis, backtesting, monitoring.
• Intellectual curiosity about financial markets and human behavior.

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio risk by evaluating strategy performance.
• Oversee automated trade execution and monitor transaction costs.
• Supervise a team of researchers and developers.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Financial analysis

Statistical methods

Data analysis

Portfolio management

Education

Masters or Ph.D. in computational or analytical field

Job description

Point72 is looking for an experienced professional to manage portfolio risk and oversee the development of sophisticated investment strategies. You'll work on various quantitative financial modeling systems to aid in analysis and research, while also supervising a dedicated team.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's or Ph.D. and have at least 10 years of experience in developing quantitative models for financial markets. This role demands advanced skills in statistical analysis and a curiosity about market behavior.