Quantitative Analyst - Applied Quantitative Solutions (AQS) focus

Company: Capital Group
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: March 2, 2025

Job Description:

"I can succeed as a Quantitative Analyst at Capital Group"As a member of the Quantitative Research and Analytics group (QRA) at Capital Group (CG), you conduct rigorous peer-reviewed quantitative research and analysis. You leverage your expertise in financial markets to build models of complex systems that drive insight into the causal relationships underlying markets' behavior. You apply your scientific process to building relevant models, often partnering with others to do so. You identify investment relevant questions, translate these questions into testable models, and deliver the impact of models to inform investment decision making. You are unendingly curious about the dynamics of markets and you enjoy a balance of collaborative problem-solving, individual exploration, and continuous learning. You act as a leader within the QRA team and share in the responsibility for developing the QRA organization and guiding others within the team.You effectively communicate investment-relevant concepts and conclusions from the AQS work to investors and colleagues.You act as a leader within the QRA team and share in the responsibility for developing the QRA organization and guiding others within the team.In this role you will:

• Partner with QRA leadership to identify quantitative research and analytical priorities.
• Use the latest advances in quantitative research, including AI/ML, to uncover valuable insight about complex investment questions.
• Develop and maintain classical and new approaches to address previously unaddressed research questions.
• Translate priorities into coherent approaches to resolve problems and manage problem statements from inception to completion.
• Engage consistently with our technology partners and help develop computing environments to support research and research-driven processes in a collaborative research environment.
• Work collaboratively with members of the Quantitative Research and Analytics Group in a rigorous peer-reviewed approach to quantitative research.
• Communicate results and recommendations in a form that meets the needs of the listener."I am the person Capital Group is looking for"
  • You have excellent quantitative research skills, as evidenced by an advanced degree (MFE, MSc, PhD) in a mathematically robust discipline (e.g., econometrics, mathematical finance, statistics, or physics) or equivalent experience.
  • You have demonstrable expertise in the application of AI/ML to financial markets, with a minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience; experience with LLMs is a plus.
  • You have excellent systems and computer skills, including demonstrable expertise in quantitative programming languages (e.g., Python, Julia, or R).
  • You have shown evidence of strong consulting and relationship building skill set; the ability to engage with engineers, investment professionals, and other partners; communicate in multiple formats/forums, and deliver solutions that address business needs.
  • You stay abreast of ongoing innovation in the scientific research/modeling areas (inclusive of AI/ML).
  • You have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. You enjoy solving challenging open-ended problems and have demonstrated excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. You incorporate the perspective of others when problem solving.
  • You have excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to effectively interact with adiverse group of associates including Investment Group, Results Analysis and IT.
  • You must be able to meet regular deadlines, demonstrate excellent attention to detail, and work well under tight time constraints, while balancing multiple priorities.
  • You can work independently, as well as part of a team in a highly collaborative environment.
  • You are self-motivated, take initiative, and demonstrate commitment to continuously improve skills and self.
  • You will take time to invest in our culture and core values. In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital's annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings.You can learn more about our compensation and benefits .* Temporary positions in Canada and the United States are excluded from the above mentioned compensation and benefit plans.We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As equal opportunity employers, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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