Hedge Fund Policy Research Associate

Job description

Our client is a $16bn global multi-strategy, multi-manager hedge fund with a track record spanning over 20 years

Responsibilities

The position will focus on performing research and analysis on government policies, regulations, and their potential impact on financial markets. This individual will play a critical role in informing investment decisions by conducting in-depth research, monitoring legislative and regulatory developments, and providing actionable insights to our portfolio managers.

Responsibilities of the role include:

• Monitor and analyze government policies, regulatory changes, and political developments at the local, national, and international levels.
• Conduct thorough research on key policy issues relevant to investment strategies, including fiscal and monetary policies, trade agreements, tax reforms, and geopolitical events.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers, traders, and other stakeholders to assess the potential impact of policy changes on financial markets, asset classes, and specific investment opportunities.

Qualifications

· 2-6 years of total work experience in a consulting or finance, with a focus on government policy

· Excellent academic credentials, Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably within a high GPA

· Experience in conducting research and due diligence, and producing “client ready” investment materials

· Strong quantitative aptitude with a high attention to detail