Associate/AVP, Quantitative Strategist, Economics & Investment Strategy

GIC Investment; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quantitative Strategist to join its Economics & Investment Strategy team. This role involves leveraging data and AI/ML methods to provide insights for investment decisions, conducting quantitative research on macro drivers, and contributing to portfolio construction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in economics and quantitative analysis, along with proficiency in Python. This position offers a collaborative environment with a focus on professional growth and flexibility, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about investment strategy.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience in a quantitative role.
• Strong understanding of macroeconomics and asset classes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with strategists for quantitative research.
• Develop models for macro monitoring and portfolio construction.

Skills

Quantitative Research

Python

Macroeconomics

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Location: Singapore, SG

Job Function: Economics & Investment Strategy

Job Type: Permanent

Req ID: 16444

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 offices worldwide, we invest in more than 40 countries across various asset classes and industries. Working at GIC offers exposure to a global network of industry leaders. As a leading long-term global investor, we work at the point of impact for Singapore’s financial future and the communities we serve.

Economics & Investment Strategy (EIS)

We manage the total portfolio to achieve sustainable long-term returns and maintain flexibility to navigate short-term market changes. We are seeking an experienced professional to join our department as a Quantitative Strategist embedded within an investment team.

Impact of this role

As a Quantitative Strategist in EIS, you will leverage data, quantitative, and AI/ML methods to provide comprehensive data-driven insights and recommendations to inform our investment decisions. Your work will include conducting quantitative research on macro drivers and scenarios affecting the total portfolio, and contributing to portfolio construction and asset allocation through quantitative methods.

Key responsibilities

1. Partner with macro strategists, investment strategists, asset class specialists, and portfolio managers for quantitative research throughout the investment process.
2. Develop and maintain robust models and tools for macro monitoring, market screening, idea generation, backtesting, portfolio construction, and asset allocation.
3. Stay updated with market trends and academic research, contributing to the department’s strategies within the global macro space.

Qualifications and skills

• 2-6 years of experience in a quantitative role such as quant strategist, researcher, actuary, risk modeler, or data scientist.
• Strong understanding of macroeconomics, fixed income instruments, public equities, and other major asset classes.
• Proficiency in Python.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively influence and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Highly motivated, curious, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Our values and culture

We aim to be forward-looking and attract talent to help us become a leading global long-term investor. Join our diverse teams to innovate, share ideas, and make an impact. Our PRIME values—Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit, and Excellence—guide our daily decisions and inspire us to excel.

Work flexibility

Our offices foster collaboration and professional growth. We believe flexibility enhances performance; hence, teams work in-office four days a week with options for remote work, adjustable as needed.

Equal opportunity

GIC values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity employment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are provided during the application and employment process. Please contact [e-mail] for adjustments due to disability.

Learn more

Discover more about our Economics & Investment Strategy Department at: https://gic.careers/group/economics-investment-strategy/