Quantitative Trading Analyst, Portfolio Management

NISA Investment Advisors, LLC

$80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Spring 2027 Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Statistics)
  • Strong academic record demonstrating analytical and quantitative aptitude
  • Proficient in quantitative analysis tools (Python, R, C/C++/C#, Java)
  • Experience with statistical and mathematical modeling
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to handle unstructured problems with curiosity and initiative
  • Strong performance orientation under pressure

Responsibilities

  • Participate in a two-year quantitative trading program
  • Gain knowledge of asset classes and financial instruments
  • Learn quantitative investment tools: portfolio construction, risk models, optimization, trading signals
  • Improve existing quantitative tools and develop new ones
  • Collaborate with senior team members on investment processes
  • Build individualized portfolios based on client objectives
  • Engage in formal and informal training within a collaborative environment

Benefits

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
  • Paid time off
  • Competitive retirement plan
  • Onsite cafeteria
  • Fitness center
  • Health and wellness programs
  • Educational assistance program
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Working at the intersection of finance and technology, the Quantitative Trading Analyst will participate in a two-year program, starting June 2027, within NISA’s Portfolio Management Department. The Analyst will gain foundational knowledge and understanding of broad asset classes and financial instruments. The Analyst will build upon this foundational knowledge and focus on learning the fundamentals of quantitative investment tools including portfolio construction, risk models, portfolio optimization and quantitative trading signals.

 

Over time, the Quantitative Trading Analyst contributes to the department by improving existing tools and building new ones. The Analyst works with senior members of the Portfolio Management team to leverage and incorporate these quantitative tools and methods into the investment process, systematically building individualized portfolios to meet clients’ varied risk and return objectives. Working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, the Analyst gains knowledge and experience through formal and informal training.

Qualifications

• Spring 2027 Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a field requiring strong analytical and quantitative skills such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Statistics• Candidates must have a strong academic background, and possess a high degree of aptitude in quantitative and analytical thinking• Proficient in techniques and technologies related to quantitative/statistical analysis (Python, R, C/C++/C#, Java), data management (SQL), and Excel• Experience with statistical and/or mathematical modeling • The candidate should be highly curious and comfortable dealing with unstructured problems• Excellent communication skills • Ability to work successfully in a team environment • Drive to perform at a high level under pressure and time constraints

 

NISA’s culture encourages collaboration and innovation. We seek self-motivated, intellectually curious individuals willing to push themselves and others in an environment that celebrates fresh thinking. We equip employees with the resources needed to excel and we encourage personal development. NISA is dedicated to internally cultivating and rewarding talent. Employees at NISA are provided with a wide range of benefits, including health, dental, vision and life insurance options, paid time off, a competitive retirement plan, onsite cafeteria, fitness center, a health and wellness program and an educational assistance program.

 

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