VP, Portfolio Manager

About the Company

Acadian Asset Management is a global, systematic investment manager at the forefront of data-driven investing since 1986. Headquartered in Boston, we manage over $195 billion on behalf of leading institutions worldwide, harnessing advanced technology and rich datasets to navigate complex markets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage client portfolios, including monitoring and approving trades
• Collaborate with researchers and analysts to identify and deploy enhancements to the investment process
• Lead meetings with clients, consultants, and prospects to explain portfolio performance and positioning
• Participate in internal investment policy discussions and decisions
• Address ad-hoc inquiries from clients and prospects

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in economics, finance, mathematics, computer science, engineering, or physics
• Minimum 10 years of experience in finance (5 years with Ph.D.) with an emphasis on quantitative investing and risk management
• Strong programming background, specifically in Python
• Ability to conduct professional meetings with clients and prospects
• Willingness to travel globally 20% – 40% of the time
• Superior verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Distinguished academic record
• Experience in asset management, investment consulting, or academia