Lead Associate, Listed Equities

Lead Associate Listed Equities

We currently have a unique opportunity for a Lead Associate to join our Listed Equities team. The role is based in Chicago or New York. Key responsibilities include :

• Collaborate with the team to enhance our systematic Equity investing insights : work closely with colleagues globally to advance our collective understanding of systematic equity investing, encompassing manager assessment, portfolio construction, and strategy design.
• Insight Generation : Analyze and interpret quantitative and qualitative data, providing regular updates and valuable insights on strategy performance and market trends.
• Manager Evaluation : Collaboratively assess fund managers' competitive advantages, team structures, and investment processes to help identify top performers.
• Project Collaboration : Participate in and support multiple research initiatives, partnering with global team members to enrich our intellectual capital and deepen market expertise.
• Collaborate with our Portfolio Managers to share the best market practices and new insights to improve current and future strategy offerings.
• Communication : Clearly document and share findings, both formally and informally, to support informed decision-making throughout the team.

In the future, this role offers the potential to take on greater leadership responsibilities by assuming ownership of our systematic equity investment framework, specifically in manager research for quantitative strategies. As you gain experience and demonstrate expertise, you could play a pivotal role in guiding the team's approach to evaluating and implementing quantitative investment managers, helping to define best practices and drive innovation within the framework.

Note that visa employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and / or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.

The Requirements :

Unique opportunity to lead and innovate. Unparalleled access to the best systematic investment teams globally to shape expertise and market trends. Collaborate with top investment professionals globally. Grow into a recognized subject-matter expert in quantitative equity strategies. Stay engaged with the latest market developments and shape the future of our investment approach.

Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state / local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education / professional certifications, qualifications / experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $95,000 to $130,000 USD per year. The role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.

WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply) :

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

EOE, including disability / vets