Lead Quantitative Equity & Funds Research

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group); New York (NY); On-site; USD 208,000 - 346,800; Full time

Job summary

LSEG, a global financial markets leader, seeks an exceptional researcher to lead our quantitative equity and funds research programs from New York. The role oversees StarMine equity models, risk management, production integration, and directs a team in New York and Bucharest, collaborating with proposition, product and engineering.

You will set publication agendas, advance methodologies for mutual funds, ETFs, and other funds, and engage with clients to expand the brand footprint.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years in a similar equity modelling role.
• Experience with StarMine models.
• Experience leading an equity research team.
• Experience interacting with prospects and clients.
• Experience with machine learning and NLP.
• Strong Python programming skills.
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux environments.
• Experience with Lipper.
• Cloud experience with AWS and/or Azure and Spark.
• Experience integrating data and models into production processes.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of existing equity models and performance monitoring.
• Develop next generation equity/alpha models within the development lifecycle.
• Set team vision and priorities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders across the organization.
• Lead client outreach to expand brand footprint.
• Understand mutual funds, indices, and fund classifications.

Skills

Equity modelling

StarMine models

Team leadership

Machine learning

Python

Unix/Linux

Lipper

Cloud (AWS/Azure)

Spark

Production data integration

Self-reliant

Advanced degree preferred

NLP

Client engagement

Research leadership

Education

Advanced degree in Physics, CS, Engineering, Statistics, Data Science, or Mathematics

Job description

LSEG, a global financial markets leader, seeks an exceptional researcher to lead our quantitative equity and funds research programs from New York. The role oversees StarMine equity models, risk management, production integration, and directs a team in New York and Bucharest, collaborating with proposition, product and engineering.

You will set publication agendas, advance methodologies for mutual funds, ETFs, and other funds, and engage with clients to expand the brand footprint.