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Position Overview:

StepStone is seeking a Quantitative Analyst to join our Strategic Asset Allocation team. The successful candidate will support the development and enhancement of models used for capital market assumptions and multi-asset portfolio optimization. We are looking for someone with a strong academic or professional background in quantitative finance, statistics, or data science. This role involves contributing to a variety of quantitative initiatives across private markets, offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and deepen your understanding of the rapidly growing private market industry.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities include:

• Designing, implementing, and enhancing models for capital market assumptions, strategic asset allocation, and other quantitative research initiatives
• Develop statistical models from scratch and effectively communicate results internally, including key assumptions, methodologies, and limitations.
• Conducting in-depth research and statistical analysis to generate insights and support data-driven decision-making in private markets.
• Providing analytical and ad-hoc support to investment professionals across various projects and initiatives.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Master’s degree in quantitative finance, econometrics, data science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python and SQL; will also consider candidates with experience in R.
• Deep understanding of statistical and data analysis techniques, such as regression models and portfolio optimization.
• Experience in a financial environment. Knowledge of private markets is a plus.
• Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize workflow in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment
• Highly motivated individual with demonstrated initiative, independence, and adaptability
• Fluent in English (verbal and written)
  
  
  

About Us

Working out of 26 offices in 15 countries, StepStone has a truly global viewpoint. As people are our biggest asset, we offer resources to help our employees reach their full potential. Our principles are based on integrity, transparency, respect and creativity, which together define how we do business.

Join us

When you choose to work at StepStone, you'll find a group of professionals who are passionate about anticipating changes, solving problems and working together to make it all happen. Our integrated global team shares insights into how managers think and operate, as well as how they might perform.

StepStone offers a competitive compensation package including salary and incentive compensation for all full time hires, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits which include comprehensive healthcare, strong retirement plan, a mental health well-being program, paid time off, student loan repayment program for our US office locations, and several wellness initiatives.

Disclaimer / Policy Statements

At StepStone, diversity, equity and inclusion are an integral part of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers our employees and allows them to be heard, regardless of title or tenure. Our organizational community features multiple Employment Resource Groups representing our dedication to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, StepStone does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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