GSMG Research Senior Associate / Global Macro Strategy

Citi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Global Macro Strategy Associate in New York to conduct rigorous macro analysis and build cross-asset models with a derivatives focus. You will back-test strategies, develop leading indicators, and collaborate with regional teams to deliver actionable insights for macro investors.

The role requires 2–4 years in top-down macro analysis, strong Python skills, and knowledge of derivatives. A Bachelor’s degree is required, with licenses (SIE, Series 63 and 7) considered a plus.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of professional experience in top-down macroeconomic analysis.
• Advanced econometric skillset with proven ability to apply statistical modeling techniques.
• Strong programming capabilities in Python for financial modeling and time-series analysis.

Responsibilities

• Theme development and cross-asset analysis with derivative focus, identifying macro ideas for investors.
• Top-down macro modeling across DM and EM markets, including derivatives.
• Back-testing of trading strategies and development of macro fair value models.
• Collaborate with regional teams and internal desks to deliver global insights.
• Address ad-hoc inquiries from internal desks and external clients.

Skills

Macro analysis

Econometrics

Python programming

Time-series analysis

Education

Bachelor’s/University degree

Tools

Python

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Global Macro Strategy Associate to join our Global Macro Strategy team in New York. In this research role, you will support senior members of the team by conducting rigorous analysis on financial market and economic data to help the team provide robust, thematic trade ideas aimed at the macro hedge fund and real money community. You will also have the opportunity to actively participate in Citi’s monthly asset allocation effort.

Core Responsibilities

• Theme Development & Cross-Asset Analysis with derivative focus: Develop broad macro themes, cross-asset class analyses, and trade ideas aimed at leveraged and macro-oriented investors, with ideas frequently expressed in the derivatives space.
• Top-Down Macro Modeling: Conduct comprehensive top-down analyses in Equity, FX, Rates, Credit, and Commodity markets for both Developed Markets (DM) and Emerging Markets (EM) utilizing both linear and non-linear derivatives.
• Strategy Back-Testing & Valuation: Perform rigorous back-testing of trading and investment strategies, construct macro and leading indicators for financial markets, formulate macro fair value models, and implement academic insights within the global macro space.
• Regional Specialization (Asia Focus) preferred: Cover Asian newsflow, analyze Asian asset markets, and develop specialized macro strategy insights across Asian equities, FX, and rates.
• Global Collaboration: Work closely with regional macro strategy teams based in London and collaborate with internal asset class specialists (e.g., rates, equities desks) to deliver integrated global insights.
• Client Inquiry Support: Efficiently address and resolve ad-hoc quantitative and strategic inquiries from both internal sales/trading desks and external institutional clients.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Experience: 2 to 4 years of professional experience in top-down macroeconomic analysis. Prior experience working with financial market data is an absolute prerequisite, with a deep understanding of the nuances of financial market time series (fixed income vs. equities).
• Asset Class & Regional Domain: A deep understanding of financial derivatives is highly desired. Specialized knowledge in at least one region and/or asset class is a plus, with a focus on Asia (covering equities, FX, and rates) preferred.
• Quantitative & Econometric Foundation: Advanced econometric skillset with a proven ability to select and apply appropriate statistical modeling techniques, simulation methods, and clustering techniques).
• Technical & Programming Skills: Strong programming capabilities with advanced proficiency in Python required for financial modeling and time-series analysis.
• Professional Drive & Collaboration: Highly motivated self-starter and proven team player with strong interpersonal skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to perform exceptionally under pressure to meet tight weekly publication deadlines.
• Communication & Presentation: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to succinctly and clearly articulate complex macroeconomic and mathematical concepts to a diverse audience.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Dedicated to safeguarding the firm’s reputation by demonstrating sound ethical judgment, adhering to corporate policies, securing/maintaining all applicable regulatory licenses, and supporting broader organizational initiatives (including the recruitment and training of junior analysts).
• Licenses: Must have the SIE, Series 63 and 7. If you do not have these, 180 days will be given to obtain them.

Education

• Bachelor’s/University degree or advanced degree

Job Family Group

Research

Job Family

Research Analysis

Primary Location

New York New York United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$150,000.00 - $175,000.00

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