Vice President – Multi-Asset Systematic Strategies Analytics and Platform Team Lead
Fidelity Investments · Jersey City, United States +1 · 1mo ago
Job Description:
Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced quantitative risk professional to lead an analytics team responsible for the development and daily operations of the portfolio risk platform supporting the Multi-Asset Systematic Strategies (MASS) portfolio management team within Fidelity’s Quantitative Research & Investing (QRI) division. The MASS product suite covers cross-asset systematic trend, systematic global macro, equity and credit market neutral, arbitrage, and equity option overlay strategies.
The successful candidate will play an active role in both developing the framework for modeling and managing the risk of the MASS strategies in partnership with quant research in addition to coordinating the buildout of the enterprise risk platform with technology and operations. The platform is used for risk management of the individual MASS strategies and risk capital allocation of the multi-strategy fund that invests in systematic strategies across QRI.
In addition, the team partners closely with the quantitative researchers in MASS to develop analytics needed to develop new investment products (e.g. transaction cost modeling, backtesting alpha signals), as well as providing investment risk commentary on individual strategies.
The role sits within the Platform and Analytics Group (PAG) within QRI. PAG works alongside quantitative researchers across Asset Management to develop and maintain the infrastructure that supports risk modeling and portfolio construction. QRI is responsible for the management and development of quantitative investment strategies and solutions while providing high quality quantitative, data-driven support to Fidelity’s fundamental investment professionals, ensuring they have access to the most relevant data and advanced quantitative analysis.
Leadership and Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of quantitative risk specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Set the strategic direction for the team, aligning priorities with the evolving needs of the MASS business and the broader QRI division.
- Oversee the daily validation of risk analytics, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of key risk metrics such as VaR, stress tests, factor exposures, and performance attribution.
- Manage the allocation of team resources to effectively support daily risk oversight, new strategy onboarding, and platform development projects.
Strategic Platform and Analytics Development:
- Direct the design and enhancement of the risk platform, collaborating closely with technology partners to ensure scalability, robustness, and flexibility.
- Drive the research and implementation of new risk methodologies and models to enhance the understanding and management of portfolio risks.
- Oversee the onboarding of new and complex multi-asset strategies onto the risk platform, ensuring seamless integration and accurate risk representation.
- Champion the development of innovative risk reports, dashboards, and analytical tools that provide actionable insights to portfolio and risk managers.
Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication:
- Serve as the primary point of contact between the team and senior stakeholders, including portfolio managers, risk managers, and technology leaders.
- Effectively communicate complex quantitative concepts, model results, and risk analyses to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Partner with technology teams to define the roadmap for the risk platform's architecture, data infrastructure, and data quality frameworks.
- Represent the quantitative risk function in cross-departmental meetings, regulatory inquiries, and internal audits.
The Expertise and Skills You bring
10+ years of experience in the investment industry, with a significant portion in a quantitative risk management, portfolio analytics, or financial engineering role.
At least 5 years of experience in a leadership or people management capacity, with a demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing quantitative teams.
A Master’s or PhD in a quantitative discipline such as Financial Engineering, Computational Finance, Financial Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Computer Science is required.
CFA or FRM designation is strongly preferred.
Expert-level understanding of derivatives pricing and risk analytics across a wide range of asset classes (commodities, FX, equities, credit, rates).
Proven experience leading the development and implementation of quantitative risk models and platforms.
Strong strategic vision and the ability to translate business needs into robust technical solutions.
Proficiency in Python and SQL, with a deep understanding of their application in large-scale data management and analysis.
Extensive experience with industry-standard risk systems (e.g., RiskMetrics, Barra) and a strong grasp of their underlying methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to challenge and improve upon existing models and processes.
The Team
The role sits within the Platform and Analytics Group (PAG) within QRI. PAG works alongside quantitative researchers across Asset Management to develop and maintain the infrastructure that supports risk modeling and portfolio construction. QRI is responsible for the management and development of quantitative investment strategies and solutions while providing high quality quantitative, data-driven support to Fidelity’s fundamental investment professionals, ensuring they have access to the most relevant data and advanced quantitative analysis.
Fidelity’s Onsite Working Model
Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.
Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.
Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.
We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.
Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.