Hybrid Portfolio Risk & Alpha Strategy Lead

MacAthur Foundation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 202,500 - 247,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus up to 130%

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The MacArthur Foundation in Chicago is seeking a Manager for Portfolio Risk and Alpha Strategies to lead analytic decision-making and manage the Foundation's investment portfolio risk analytics. The role requires advanced strategic oversight and engagement with risk management frameworks to optimize portfolio performance.

Applicants should possess an undergraduate degree in a quantitative field, significant investment management experience, and proficiency in analytical tools like Python and Excel. The position offers a hybrid work environment with a competitive salary starting at $225,000.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of investment management experience required.
• Experience with multi-asset portfolios is crucial.
• Ability to manage and develop analysts in an investment context.

Responsibilities

• Run the day-to-day operation of the Foundation's portable alpha program.
• Lead the decomposition and analysis of external manager returns.
• Prepare materials for the Investment Committee.

Skills

Analytical results translation

Risk management framework

Portfolio management experience

Excel proficiency

Python proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in a quantitative field

CFA charterholder

Tools

ETL pipelines

APIs

Job description

The MacArthur Foundation in Chicago is seeking a Manager for Portfolio Risk and Alpha Strategies to lead analytic decision-making and manage the Foundation's investment portfolio risk analytics. The role requires advanced strategic oversight and engagement with risk management frameworks to optimize portfolio performance.

Applicants should possess an undergraduate degree in a quantitative field, significant investment management experience, and proficiency in analytical tools like Python and Excel. The position offers a hybrid work environment with a competitive salary starting at $225,000.