Multi-Asset Strategy Research & Portfolio Construction

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

KKR in New York seeks an Associate/Principal to join its Multi-Asset Strategies team focused on research, analytics and portfolio construction. You will develop models and insights to inform client advice and multi-asset mandates, combining investment judgment with quantitative methods.

The ideal candidate has 3–8 years in asset management, strong Python and quantitative skills, and experience across asset classes including private markets.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience at an asset management firm with quantitative investment research exposure.
• Knowledge of investing fundamentals across a wide range of asset classes, including private markets.
• Advanced Python programming for quantitative analysis and financial modeling, and strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).
• Experience addressing institutional portfolio management challenges through quantitative analysis and original research.
• Thorough understanding of economics, financial theory, portfolio theory, liability modeling, optimization and other portfolio construction techniques.
• Knowledge of risk systems such as MSCI RiskMetrics, Barra, Bloomberg PORT or FactSet a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and partnership skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, translating complex analysis into clear investment conclusions.
• Creativity and analytical judgment with attention to detail.
• Strong academic credentials in a quantitative field.

Responsibilities

• Developing original research on asset allocation, portfolio construction, relative value and other strategic topics.
• Building and enhancing proprietary models and analytical tools for client analysis and multi-asset portfolio management.
• Developing innovative approaches to portfolio construction, asset allocation and asset/liability modeling.
• Creating tailored asset allocation analyses for institutional clients, including investment proposals and ongoing portfolio management.
• Enhancing and refreshing Capital Market Assumptions and updating methodologies and coverage.
• Partnering with quant and research teams to integrate insights into research and portfolio construction work.
• Collaborating with fundraising and other senior stakeholders on client engagements.
• Communicating research and investment insights through thought leadership and client discussions.

Skills

Python programming

Quantitative analysis

Investment research

Portfolio construction

Excel/PowerPoint proficiency

Education

Quantitative degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

KKR in New York seeks an Associate/Principal to join its Multi-Asset Strategies team focused on research, analytics and portfolio construction. You will develop models and insights to inform client advice and multi-asset mandates, combining investment judgment with quantitative methods.

The ideal candidate has 3–8 years in asset management, strong Python and quantitative skills, and experience across asset classes including private markets.