Investment Analyst Trainee: Quantitative Markets & Strategy

Morgan Stanley; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Parametric, part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, seeks a diligent Analyst for a three-year program to develop foundational investment skills while supporting across multiple departments. The hybrid model combines three in-office days with flexible remote work.

The role emphasizes data analysis, client support, and collaboration, with a competitive pay structure and eligibility for discretionary bonuses. July 2027 start.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems using logic, creativity, and enthusiasm.
• Willingness and excitement to learn and apply quantitative investment management techniques.
• Strong analytical writing ability and demonstrated research capabilities.
• High attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Initiative and ability to work in an inclusive and collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills and ability to handle a heavy, deadline-oriented workload.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn Excel, coding languages, and other analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Generate data sets and materials that support the ongoing management of Parametric investment strategies.
• Provide analysis and assist in creating responses for prospects, clients and internal stakeholders.
• Utilize proprietary optimization software to construct hypothetical equity index portfolios that fit the unique goals of prospective clients.
• Uphold department reputation through professionalism, accuracy, responsiveness and commitment to client service.
• Contribute and adopt ideas to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance the client experience.
• Develop a specialized knowledge of all relevant Parametric products.
• Undertake additional professional development such as pursuit of a graduate degree and/or CFA.
• Assume other responsibilities as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Programming languages

Analytical tools

Job description

Parametric, part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, seeks a diligent Analyst for a three-year program to develop foundational investment skills while supporting across multiple departments. The hybrid model combines three in-office days with flexible remote work.

The role emphasizes data analysis, client support, and collaboration, with a competitive pay structure and eligibility for discretionary bonuses. July 2027 start.