Quantitative Analyst | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Leverton Search; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious sovereign investment fund in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Quantitative Analyst. In this role, you will contribute to building strategic frameworks and conduct research that directly influences high-stakes investment decisions. This opportunity offers exceptional exposure to senior leadership within an intellectually challenging environment, ideal for passionate candidates with a strong quantitative background.

Qualifications

• Around 5 years’ experience in a deeply quantitative field.
• Fluent in communicating complex ideas.
• Backgrounds welcomed from various quantitative disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Help build and refine strategic investment frameworks.
• Conduct original, mathematical research influencing investment decisions.
• Collaborate with a team of former top-tier strategists.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Mathematics

Research

Communication

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Econometrics, Astrophysics, Statistics, or Computer Science

Job description

Quantitative Analyst

Leverton Search Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

We are seeking a passionate Math Wizard to join a high-impact, intellectually elite team in Abu Dhabi working at the frontier of portfolio strategy for a leading sovereign investment fund. Sitting within a flagship internal project, this role offers unparalleled exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to stress-test and implement ideas that shape multi-billion-dollar investment strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Help build and refine strategic investment frameworks at the total portfolio level.
• Design and challenge hypothesis-driven approaches to long-term capital allocation.
• Conduct original, mathematical research that influences macro-level investment decisions.
• Collaborate directly with a team led by former top-tier investment bank and pension fund strategists.

Requirements:

• Around 5 years’ experience in a deeply quantitative field (finance experience not required).
• Backgrounds in mathematics, econometrics, astrophysics, statistics, computer science, or similar are welcome.
• Fluent in communicating complex ideas clearly and testing theories rigorously.

Due to the increased applications for this role, we apologise that you may not get a response unless you fit the criteria.

At our company, we prioritise equity throughout the entire recruitment process. We are committed to ensuring fairness and equal opportunities for all candidates. If there is anything we can do to make the process more accessible to you, please don't hesitate to let us know.

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