Quantitative Trading Analyst jobs in United States
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Vanguard ยท 1 month ago

Quantitative Trading Analyst

Vanguard is a leading investment management company focused on the long-term financial wellbeing of clients. The Quantitative Trading Analyst will work with the Trading Analytics and Strategy team to optimize trading strategies through data-driven analyses and the development of tools, contributing to significant savings for clients.

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Responsibilities

Researches, evaluates, tests, and implements cutting-edge trading technology, analytics, data sources, and other tools
Works independently on transaction cost analysis, under the guidance of senior analysts, to maintain and enhance processes for trading desks based on rigorous research and quantitative analysis
Resolves issues involving data, infrastructure, and prototype technology tools leveraged by the transaction cost analysis processes. Enhances existing models, develops data sources and processes, and communicates results
Provides reporting and analytics to assist in shaping the future of the transaction cost analysis and trading agenda
Develops and maintains knowledge of market structure, microstructure, and transaction cost analysis in order to bring an informed perspective to the research process
Represents Vanguard effectively to internal and external audiences
Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Quantitative analysisPythonSQLCFAFRMCross asset class knowledgeCommunication skillsProblem solvingOrganizational skills

Required

Undergraduate degree or above in quantitative discipline required
Minimum of two years related work experience
Strong foundation of cross asset class investment knowledge
Ability to handle multiple, complex projects with attention to detail while meeting deadlines
Demonstrated quantitative and analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to function in a fast-paced, dynamic working environment with multiple and diverse responsibilities
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills

Preferred

Graduate degree and/or professional certification (CFA, FRM)
Supervisory experience
Experience with Python, R, SQL, or related programming languages

Company

Vanguard

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Check is a client-owned investment company that offers low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, advice, and related services.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
ic@3401
2017-03-31Non Equity Assistance

Leadership Team

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Salim Ramji
Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Maack
Principal, Head of US Equity Index Portfolio Management
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