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Director of Risk, Fundamental Equity

Schonfeld
Location
New York, New York, United States
Posted
25 days ago
Department
Fundamental Equity Risk
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • A degree in statistics/econometrics, mathematics or financial engineering
  • 5-10 years of experience in a similar role on the buyside
  • Prior experience with discretionary equity strategies
  • Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills
  • In-depth knowledge of equity multi-factor equity models and applications
  • Proficiency with procedural programming (R/Python)
What the job really is

The Director of Risk for Fundamental Equity will oversee North American discretionary equity portfolios, focusing on risk management and portfolio oversight. Responsibilities include monitoring for style drift, addressing concentration risks, analyzing performance attribution, and engaging with portfolio managers to enhance risk analytics and education. The role also involves formulating forward-looking views for management and staying informed on market dynamics affecting strategies.

Benefits
  • Base pay expected to be between $225,000 and $275,000
  • Eligibility for other forms of compensation such as a performance bonus
  • Competitive benefits package
Things to weigh
  • No specific details on the proprietary technology or risk analytics mentioned
  • The role may involve high-pressure situations given the focus on risk management and market dynamics
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