What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Strategist position at WorldQuant?
WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies - the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.
WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.
Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.
THE ROLE :
WorldQuant is seeking an exceptional individual to join the firm as a Data Strategist. The person in this role will source new datasets, which will be instrumental in generating new trading signals (alphas), and manage relationships with data providers. A successful candidate will partner closely with our researchers and portfolio managers to gain a strong understanding of their data needs and requirements, and subsequently coordinate with vendors, legal, compliance, and the data engineering teams to facilitate data onboarding and procurement. To discover new sources of valuable data, this person will establish relationships with vendors, participate in industry events and conferences, and conduct in-depth research leveraging data exchanges, industry publications, and sell-side research.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING :
- Degree in economics, finance or other business-related discipline from a top university
- 5 years of experience in working with data (structured, unstructured and alternative data), and interacting with data providers
- Knowledge of the global financial data landscape, sell-side banks, financial instruments, data marketplaces, industry lexicon and the quantitative investment process
- Experience negotiating terms of service and contracts (particularly data licensing agreements)
- Excellent communication skills in both verbal and written form, and strong organizational skills
- Ability to interact effectively with investment and data engineering teams, and other internal stakeholders
- Strong work ethic with the ability to operate in a collaborative, team-oriented culture
- Knowledge of basic statistics and data science
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WorldQuant is a total compensation organization where you will be eligible for a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and benefits. The estimated salary range for this position is $125,000 to $175,000 which is specific to New York and may change in the future. When finalizing an offer we will take into consideration an individual's experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.
Position based in New York, NY or Old Greenwich, CT or West Palm Beach, FL
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Salary : $125,000 - $175,000
