Quantitative Investment Director

at  ABRDN PLC

JOB DESCRIPTION

At abrdn, our purpose is to enable our clients to be better investors.
Clients worldwide trust us to find future-fit investment opportunities to deliver the outcomes they want. Our technology and insight help empower them to make better decisions, while the powerful partnerships we build help to enhance the expertise that we offer. And by enabling clients to invest responsibly, it helps us to build a better world.

ABOUT THE CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Experience & Qualifications:

• Significant detailed factor/quantitative investment experience with associated regulatory approval.
• Demonstrable track record of detailed investment process design and improvement - alpha generation, portfolio construction, implementation, risk management.
• A strong attention to detail, organisation, and a focus on following established procedures.
• Inquisitive, analytical approach.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely to colleagues and customers.
• Great teammate with a collaborative approach essential to developing effective relationships within and outside of QIS.

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Job ID R0072092

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Quantitative Investment Director will report to the Head of Detailed Index Solutions and will lead the management and development of multifactor detailed equity strategies. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to implement, improve, and evolve investment processes successfully within a world-class team.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Manage funds using an established investment process and platform in line with client requirements.
• Regular portfolio rebalancing.
• Cashflow, hedging, and corporate action management.
• Reporting sign-off, commentary, and distribution query responses as required.
• Monitor and interpret performance and market environment.
• Contribute to investment process and product evolution through research.
• Improvement of factors.
• Portfolio construction.
• Portfolio implementation.
• Risk management.
• ESG Integration.