Senior Quantitative Equity Research Analyst

Fidelity Investments Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Fidelity Investments is seeking a Quantitative Equity Research Analyst to join the Equity Quantitative team within QRI. Partner with portfolio managers to provide analytics for alpha generation, risk management, and portfolio construction, including new alpha sources and optimization techniques.

The role requires 7+ years in quantitative equity research, expertise in multi-factor models, and strong programming skills.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in quantitative equity research.
• Experience building multi-factor models using linear and non-linear algorithms.
• Deep understanding of equity risk models and factor definitions.
• Proven expertise with portfolio construction and optimization.
• Experience applying large language models to extract insights from unstructured data.
• Proficiency with Python, R and SQL; familiarity with major databases.

Responsibilities

• Build quantitative factors and models to enhance alpha generation.
• Analyze large datasets to identify differentiating sources of alpha.
• Provide recommendations on risk exposures and portfolio construction.
• Support product development, fund pitches, and client communications.
• Lead research projects and publish findings internally.

Skills

Quantitative research

Multi-factor models

Portfolio optimization

Python/R/SQL

Machine learning

Data analysis

Communication skills

Financial databases

Presentation skills

Education

Master’s degree in quantitative finance

Tools

FactSet

Bloomberg

Barra

Compustat

Worldscope

IBES

Job description

Fidelity Investments is seeking a Quantitative Equity Research Analyst to join the Equity Quantitative team within QRI. Partner with portfolio managers to provide analytics for alpha generation, risk management, and portfolio construction, including new alpha sources and optimization techniques.

The role requires 7+ years in quantitative equity research, expertise in multi-factor models, and strong programming skills.