Hedge Fund Research Analyst
Mercer is seeking a talented individual to join their SECOR team as a Hedge Fund Research Analyst. This role involves supporting senior analysts in qualitative and quantitative research efforts, data collection, and preparation of research and client reports in the hedge fund sector.
Responsibilities
- Support senior analysts in interviewing hedge fund and alternative asset managers to assist in qualitative due diligence
- Assist in interacting with managers employing quantitative and systematic strategies
- Help write research reports and provide input on manager evaluations
- Contribute to client reports covering market activity and portfolio performance
- Assist in building and maintaining the manager research database and classification system
- Use tools such as eVestment to screen funds, maintain manager peer groups, and assist in performance reporting
- Support portfolio optimization efforts by helping with data preparation and rebalancing tasks
- Collect returns and exposure data to support performance attribution and risk analysis
- Monitor developments in alternative asset classes and inform colleagues and clients accordingly
- Analyze industry publications to support thought leadership initiatives and marketing efforts
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or a related field
- Internship experience at the minimum, or up to 2 years of professional work experience in investment management, hedge fund research, or a related area
- Strong interest in financial markets and alternative investments, including hedge funds and private investments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort with data analysis tools
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, team-oriented mindset
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with hedge fund strategies and alternative asset classes
- Experience or coursework involving quantitative research or portfolio management tools
Benefits
- Health and welfare benefits
- Tuition assistance
- 401K savings and other retirement programs
- Employee assistance programs
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