Senior Quantitative Equity Researcher

Senior Quantitative Equity Researcher, Investment Management Unit, Quantitative Investment Management, London

SEI is seeking to hire a Quantitative Equity Researcher to develop stock selection signals, maintain and enhance proprietary models, and assist in managing assigned portfolios.

What you will do:

1. Research (30%): Undertake research, validation, back-testing, and production of return and risk factors; document and communicate the findings; keep current with relevant publications.
2. Infrastructure (30%): Maintain and actively contribute to enhancement and design of the research and production infrastructure.
3. Portfolio Management (20%): Assist in managing assigned portfolios and perform ongoing fund management duties.
4. Communication (20%): Produce client- and publication-worthy research papers; assist in creating, and maintaining sales and service materials.

What we need from you:

1. Expertise in quantitative analysis and dealing with large data sets.
2. Expertise in a high-level programming language such as Python or R.
3. Strong communication skills: able to argue a point concisely and deal with conflicting views.
4. Hands-on attitude: willing to get involved with various projects across the group.

What we would like from you:

1. Strong academic record with high mathematical, statistical and computing content.
2. Experience with equity factor models.
3. Organization skills: ability to manage time across multiple projects and with competing priorities.
4. Ability to explain results and model features to non-technical audiences.

Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun. Please see our website for more information: SEI .

SEI's competitive advantage:

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, strong pension plan, tuition reimbursement, hybrid working environment, and a work-life balance that enables you to relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more