Quantitative Investment Analyst at Vanguard

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Investment Management, Finance, Asset ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Postgraduate degree in economics, finance or another relevant quantitative subject, or a minimum of two years work experience in a research-related role
Fluent in statistical software such as Python, Matlab or R
Interest in the intersection of macroeconomics and finance
Proficient at analysing datasets, identifying trends, and assessing the significance of changes
Able to work on your own, in teams, and across boundaries
Strong writing skills and the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences
Capable of producing high-quality analysis to tight deadlines
Excellent time management and organisational skills

Responsibilities

Conduct quantitative research and develop time series models focused on macroeconomic and financial drivers of equity, fixed income and alternative asset class returns
Analyse and explain current market events, distilling data into compelling visualizations and “killer charts” to tell differentiated stories
Explain detailed research in simple words through different channels including slide decks, articles or research memos
Support the team to meet requests from internal stakeholders and clients
Participate in group discussions on investment issues and research projects
Develop recommendations for new research or methodology improvements
Keep up to date with the relevant academic and practitioner literature

Skills

econometric forecasting

time series econometrics

quantitative research

macroeconomic modeling

financial modeling

asset allocation

statistical modeling

data analysis

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters

1975Year Founded

SECONDARYCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees