Senior Investment Strategist

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 180.000 - 240.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote work flexibility

Distributed team collaboration

Access to leading research platforms

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Investment Strategist to join a fully remote investment team. You will formulate and execute sophisticated investment strategies across asset classes, driving returns for clients while collaborating with portfolio managers and researchers.

The role requires strong macroeconomic research, quantitative skills, and excellent communication to present ideas clearly in a remote, globally distributed environment. CFA designation is a plus.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in investment strategy, portfolio management, or macroeconomic research.
• Demonstrated expertise in asset allocation, portfolio construction, and risk management.
• Strong understanding of global financial markets, including fixed income, equities, currencies, and commodities.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet, Python, R).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas persuasively.
• Proven ability to work independently and thrive in a fully remote, collaborative environment.
• Relevant professional designations (e.g., CFA) are a plus.

Aufgaben

• Develop and articulate comprehensive investment strategies across various asset classes (equities, fixed income, alternatives).
• Conduct in-depth macroeconomic and geopolitical analysis to inform investment decisions.
• Monitor global markets, identify key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers to implement and refine investment strategies.
• Produce insightful market commentary, research reports, and client presentations.
• Contribute to asset allocation decisions and portfolio construction frameworks.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including clients and research providers.
• Mentor junior strategists and analysts within the remote team.
• Utilize advanced analytical tools and financial databases to support research and decision-making.

Kenntnisse

Macroeconomic analysis

Asset allocation

Portfolio construction

Financial modeling

Python

R

Bloomberg

Communication

Independent work

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Finance/Economics/Mathematics

PhD in Finance/Economics/Mathematics

Tools

Bloomberg

FactSet

Python

R

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious global asset management firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Investment Strategist to join their fully remote investment team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the formulation and execution of sophisticated investment strategies across diverse asset classes. You will be at the forefront of market analysis, macroeconomic research, and portfolio construction, driving returns for our esteemed clientele. Our firm is committed to a remote-first culture, providing the necessary infrastructure and support for our distributed workforce to thrive. You will collaborate closely with portfolio managers, economists, and research analysts, leveraging data and insights to develop forward-looking investment perspectives. The role requires exceptional analytical capabilities, a deep understanding of global financial markets, and the ability to articulate complex investment ideas clearly. While this role is fully remote, understanding the economic context of Welkom, Free State, ZA , can provide valuable insight into regional market dynamics relevant to our global strategy. We foster an environment of continuous learning and intellectual curiosity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and articulate comprehensive investment strategies across various asset classes (equities, fixed income, alternatives).
• Conduct in-depth macroeconomic and geopolitical analysis to inform investment decisions.
• Monitor global markets, identify key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers to implement and refine investment strategies.
• Produce insightful market commentary, research reports, and client presentations.
• Contribute to asset allocation decisions and portfolio construction frameworks.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including clients and research providers.
• Mentor junior strategists and analysts within the remote team.
• Utilize advanced analytical tools and financial databases to support research and decision-making.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in investment strategy, portfolio management, or macroeconomic research.
• Demonstrated expertise in asset allocation, portfolio construction, and risk management.
• Strong understanding of global financial markets, including fixed income, equities, currencies, and commodities.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Bloomberg, FactSet, Python, R).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas persuasively.
• Proven ability to work independently and thrive in a fully remote, collaborative environment.
• Relevant professional designations (e.g., CFA) are a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Remote work environment offering excellent flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other insurance benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Access to leading research platforms and tools.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.