Quantitative Analyst

About Us

American Century Investments® is a leading global asset manager with over 65 years of experience helping a broad base of clients achieve their financial goals. Our expertise spans global equities and fixed income, multi-asset strategies, ETFs, and private investments.

Privately controlled and independent, we focus solely on investment management. But there’s an unexpected side to us, too. We direct 40% of our dividends every year—over $2 billion since 2000—to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research. Our ongoing financial support drives the Institute’s breakthrough work and mission of defeating life-threatening diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. So, the better we do for our clients, the more we can do for everyone.

All 1,400 of us across the globe are inspired every day by the unique difference our hard work can make in so many lives. It shows in the curiosity we bring to every initiative, the deep relationships we build with our clients, and the way we treat each other in the hallway. If you’re excited to learn more about us, we can’t wait to learn more about you.

Role Summary

The Quantitative Analyst will have two main areas of focus. The first area is portfolio analysis, specifically, conducting and supporting research efforts on portfolio construction, management, and thought leadership in the field of asset allocation. The second area of focus relates to production duties for the multi-asset strategy team. This will include ongoing reporting in support of the funds, such as performance and risk attribution, and running tactical models.

This position requires both an advanced understanding of economics and financial market theory (acquired through both academic training and investment-related experience), and an ability to apply this knowledge to new and moderately complex problems. Given the ever-shifting nature of the field, the analyst must be adaptable, innovative, and have an entrepreneurial mindset. Also, this position requires a strong interest in understanding portfolio management practices and ways in which these practices can be improved. Lastly, this position requires a proficiency both in programming, e.g., with Python, Matlab or R, and with application software used by the group, e.g., FactSet, Bloomberg, Barra.

This position is for applicants early in their asset management career. The analyst is expected to do research under the guidance of more senior members of the team. The analyst may propose research projects that address various team needs. The analyst is expected to present her findings to various audiences, both within the team and externally. Over time, the presentation skills need to rise to a high level.

This role reports to VP, Senior PM & Head of MAS Research.

This hybrid position will be based out of our Santa Clara, CA office.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Conduct guided research to support a variety of asset allocation topics. Areas include analysis of various asset types, portfolio construction, investor behavior, estimation of various analytics and metrics, and how firm’s asset allocation products address specific clients’ financial needs.
• Maintain, construct, and support portfolio monitoring tools for performance attribution and risk
• Maintain, enhance, and support the suite of tactical allocation models
• Suggest and support improvements in quantitative processes
• Act as liaison with IT and Operations departments for ongoing infrastructure project
• Respond to requests from clients for custom analysis on firm products or more generic topics
• Review industry publications for emerging themes in the asset allocation field. Publications range from Wall St sell-side commentary to academic journals.

What You Bring to the Team (Required)

• BS/BA degree in finance, accounting, economics, or science along with 3+ years quality investment research is required, or an advanced graduate degree in finance or economics along with 0+ years of relevant experience. A background in statistics would be a plus.
• Skills Required – Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets and with either Python or Matlab analytical programming package. The job will require knowledge of Bloomberg API's, Factset, and a wide variety of other software and data providers.
• Candidate has to be very detail oriented, and sensitive to working with deadlines.
• Will be required to understand and program in an analytical package (Python, Matlab or R) and SQL languages.
• Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.

The above statements are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package with bonus plan
• Generous PTO and competitive benefits
• 401k with 5% company match plus annual performance-based discretionary contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, formal mentorship program, live and online learning

Learn more about our benefits and perks.

For New York and California based candidates, the salary range for this role is $135,000.00 - $160,000.00. Actual offers are based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. This position is eligible for cash incentive providing the potential to earn more.

Employees are required to be in the office on a scheduled frequency. Adherence to this schedule is essential to fulfilling the expectations of the role.

American Century Investments is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. As such, American Century strives to provide a reasonable accommodation to any qualified individual under the ADA to perform essential job functions.

We encourage people of all backgrounds to join us on our mission. If you require reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the recruitment process, please send a request to HR-Talent_Acquisition@americancentury.com. All requests for accommodation will be addressed as confidentially as practicable.

American Century Investments believes all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity and advancement opportunities without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals forty years of age and older, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. ACI does not discriminate or adopt any policy that discriminates against an individual or any group of individuals on any of these bases.

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