Junior Quantitative Analyst (Equities)
Millennium Management
IT
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Posted on Jan 26, 2025
Junior Quantitative Analyst (Equities)
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Quantitative Analyst to join our equities team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in the equities space and a strong foundation in quantitative analysis. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work with experienced professionals and contribute to the development of cutting-edge investment strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Data Analysis: Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets related to equity markets.
- Back testing & Model Development: Assist in the development and implementation of quantitative models to support trading strategies and investment decisions.
- Performance Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate real-time & historical performance of quantitative models and trading strategies.
- Reporting: Prepare automated reports on model performance, and market conditions and performance drivers.
- Collaboration: Work closely with senior analysts, portfolio managers, and other team members to support the investment process.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.
- Experience: 2-3 years of experience in quantitative analysis within the equities trading.
- Technical Skills: Strong programming expertise in any language, with working knowledge of Python. Experience with SQL and data visualization is a plus.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights.
- Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of financial instruments, market microstructure, and trading strategies.
- Familiarity with risk management principles and practices.
- Working knowledge of quantitative finance tools such as optimizations, risk models, and regression analysis