Assoc/AVP, Quantitative Strategist, Fixed Income & Multi Asset

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 offices around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Fixed Income Multi Asset  (FIMA)

Our team employs a broad range of investment strategies that span macro, credit, and quantitative investing, including multi-asset, benchmark-agnostic, constrained, indexed, and thematic strategies.  

What impact can you make in this role?

We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented quantitative strategist to support the FIMA quantitative team in portfolio construction and asset allocation using advanced quantitative techniques. We are looking to recruit a meticulous, rigorous, and reliable junior quant who we will train and grow within the quant team. A solid foundation in quantitative methods and an eagerness to learn quickly are essential. 

What will you do as a Quantitative Strategist?

• Develop and apply Python-based tools for strategic and tactical asset allocation, portfolio optimization and backtesting, factorial decomposition, risk and performance attribution, risk analysis and stress-testing, portfolio simulation, etc. 

• Conduct in-depth analysis of FIMA portfolios by meticulously handling large amounts of complex portfolio data and models. 

• Ensure accuracy and rigor in all data handling and model development tasks, recognizing the critical importance of precision in our work. 
   

What makes you a successful candidate?

• Advanced degree in quantitative fields such as mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, engineering, quantitative finance, actuarial science, or econometrics. 

• 2-3 years of professional experience in a quantitative role (e.g., quant strategist, quant researcher, actuary, risk modeler, data scientist, etc.). 

• Strong knowledge in optimization (mostly convex), probability theory, numerical analysis, inferential and Bayesian statistics, bootstrap and resampling methods, machine learning, etc. 

• Superior coding skills in Python; a track record in algorithmic and package development would be a plus. 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to understand and cater to the needs of non-quant colleagues. 

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and rigor in all tasks. 

Work at the Point of Impact
We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.
 
Flexibility at GIC
At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.
 
GIC is an equal opportunity employer
GIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email grphrodtaops@gic.com.sg at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.
 
Learn more about our Fixed Income and Multi Asset Department here:

https://gic.careers/group/fixed-income/