Point72 Academy 2025 Investment Analyst Program for Experienced Professionals - UK

Point72; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking ambitious individuals for its Point72 Academy 2025 Investment Analyst Program. This ten-month paid training program is designed to cultivate the next generation of investment professionals. Participants will develop essential skills in research, financial modeling, and data analysis while gaining hands-on experience through rotations with investing teams. Graduates may advance to equity research analyst roles, contributing to insightful market analyses and investment strategies. This is a unique opportunity for problem-solvers eager to grow in a dynamic environment that values diverse perspectives and ethical integrity.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills from work or graduate education.
• Ability to learn quickly for a long/short equity analyst role.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models and perform industry research.
• Contribute to market debates and recognize market variants.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Modeling

Data Analysis

Statistics

Accounting

Coding

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate Education in Relevant Fields

Job description

Point72 Academy 2025 Investment Analyst Program for Experienced Professionals - UK

London, UK

Point72 Academy 2025 Investment Analyst Program for Experienced Professionals

We’re training the next generation of Point72 discretionary investment professionals. The Point72 Academy Program is a ten-month paid training program designed to introduce you to the buy-side and prepare you for a potential career as a Long/Short Equity Financial Analyst at Point72.

Upon successfully graduating from the Academy, you will have the opportunity to be placed in a role on a long/short equity investing team.

As an analyst at Point72, you will benefit from our mentorship culture and ongoing professional development resources that are dedicated to your continued growth beyond the Academy.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Develop fundamental research and analysis skills with guidance from our faculty, investment professionals, and university professors.
• Learn key skills such as statistics, accounting, financial modeling, data analysis, and coding.
• Complete a compliance training curriculum to prepare for an analyst role.
• Some training will take place in our New York City office.
• Apply your skills through rotations with two investing teams, gaining firsthand experience and mentorship.

Upon Successful Graduation: The Analyst Role

After completing the Academy, you may interview for an equity research analyst role at Point72, working on developing deep company insights and investment ideas through fundamental research and financial analysis.

• Develop financial models to analyze companies and industry changes.
• Perform industry research, attend events, and analyze data sets.
• Continuously develop your skills with coaching and professional resources.
• Contribute to market debates and recognize market variants.
• Maintain professionalism, integrity, and ethics.

WHO SHOULD APPLY:

We hire for potential, seeking problem-solvers with unique perspectives. Applicants should have:

• Strong analytical skills from work or graduate education in relevant fields.
• Ambition and ability to learn quickly for a long/short equity analyst role.
• Passion for problem-solving and strong communication skills.
• High ethics, self-motivation, maturity, and critical thinking.

TIMING:

Multiple start dates per year; application timing depends on when you apply.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Application review based on your submitted profile.
• An invitation to a case study to demonstrate your skills.
• Follow-up assessments and virtual interviews if selected.

ABOUT POINT72

Point72 is a leading global investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen, focusing on delivering superior returns through diverse strategies. We value ideas and diversity of thought, supported by the Point72 Academy.

Applications are considered on a rolling basis until the program reaches capacity. Only one application per candidate globally is permitted.

Note: Use of GenAI in the application is prohibited.