Associate, Quantitative Strategist, External Managers

GIC; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Hybrid work model

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

GIC is seeking a Quantitative Strategist in Singapore to apply data science and quantitative methods across datasets, delivering evidence‑based insights for investment decisions.

You will work with investment teams and technology partners to implement models, communicate results, and expand knowledge across the firm. A strong mathematical/quantitative background and programming with R/Python are essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Physics/CS/Engineering/Economics or related field.
• Minimum 2 years in a quantitative role within finance or asset management.
• Proficiency in R or Python and SQL.
• Understanding of credits, structured products and financing.

Responsibilities

• Generate actionable investment insights with quantitative methods to inform decisions.
• Conduct quantitative research to support investment teams.
• Communicate results clearly to stakeholders and teams.
• Collaborate with technology and risk teams to integrate models into business processes.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

Advanced degree (Math/Stats/Physics/CS/Engineering/Economics)

Tools

R

Python

SQL

Job description

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long‑term investor, we work at the point of impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

External Managers Department

The External Managers Department seeks to identify and develop relationships with the best breed of global investment managers to benefit GIC at large, and at the same time capturing investment opportunities to outperform our benchmarks.

What impact can you make in this role?

You will have the opportunity to apply quantitative and data science techniques to a diverse array of datasets, delivering holistic and evidence‑based insights and recommendations that drive our investment decision‑making. You will also have the chance to innovate and impact various stages of our investment process using quantitative methods and AI/ML tools, enhancing our breadth, depth, and scale in generating investment performance. Additionally, you will contribute to institutionalizing and expanding our collective domain knowledge.

What will you do as a Quantitative Strategist?

• Generate actionable investment insights with quantitative techniques to drive better decisions and accelerate time to insights for the business
• Conduct quantitative research and analysis to support and augment the investment teams
• Communicate quantitative results and solutions effectively to stakeholders
• Collaborate with other teams, including technology and risks, to integrate quantitative models into broader business processes

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• Advanced degree in fields such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Economics
• Minimally 2 years in a quantitative role within finance
• Proficiency in R or Python and SQL
• Understanding of credits, structured products and financing
• Be highly motivated, intellectually curious and adept at multi‑tasking
• Independent thinker who is able articulate his/her views well, both in verbal and written form
• Strong team player who is comfortable in fostering new internal and external relationships
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to understand, influence and obtain buy‑in from stakeholders effectively
• Funds or funds of funds experience would be an advantage

Flexibility at GIC

At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in‑person collaboration but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer

GIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please email [e-mail] at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

Learn more about our External Managers Department here:

https://gic.careers/departments/external-managers-department/

Our PRIME Values

GIC is a values driven organization. GIC’s PRIME Values act as our compass, enabling us to fulfil our fundamental purpose and objectives. It is the foundational bedrock which governs our behaviours, our decision making, and our focus. It informs both our long‑term strategy as a firm, and the way we relate to our client, business partners and employees. PRIME stands for Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence.