Director of Risk, Fundamental Equity

Required

• 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)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Schonfeld is a global multi-manager hedge fund that strives to deliver industry-leading risk-adjusted returns for our investors. We leverage both internal and external portfolio manager teams around the world, seeking to capitalize on inefficiencies and opportunities within the markets. We draw from decades of experience and a significant investment in proprietary technology, infrastructure and risk analytics to invest across four main strategies: Quant, Tactical, Fundamental Equity and Discretionary Macro & Fixed Income.
• At Schonfeld, we’ll invest in you. Attracting and retaining top talent is at the heart of what we do, because we believe that exceptional outcomes begin with exceptional people. We foster a culture where talent is empowered to continually learn, innovate and pursue ambitious goals. We are teamwork-oriented, collaborative and encourage ideas—at all levels—to be shared. As an organization committed to investing in our people, we provide learning and educational offerings and opportunities to make an impact. We encourage community through internal networks, external partnerships and service initiatives that promote inclusion and purpose beyond the firm’s walls.
• The base pay for this role is expected to be between $225,000 and $300,000, before bonus. The expected base pay range is based on information at the time this post was generated. This role may also be eligible for other forms of compensation such as a performance bonus and a competitive benefits package. Actual compensation for the successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.