Acadian Asset Management is a global, systematic investment manager at the forefront of data-driven investing since 1986. Headquartered in Boston, with locations in Singapore, London, and Sydney, we manage over $120 billion on behalf of leading institutions worldwide—including pension funds, endowments, foundations, and sovereign wealth funds. We harness advanced technology, rich datasets, and multidisciplinary expertise to help clients navigate complex markets and uncover insights that may be overlooked by traditional approaches.
What sets Acadian apart is our people. We foster a collaborative, intellectually curious environment where ideas are tested, diverse perspectives are welcomed, and innovation thrives. We’re united by a shared purpose: delivering effective client outcomes and supporting one another in work that’s both challenging and rewarding. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, strong benefits, and a casual but focused office culture—all designed to support the meaningful, collaborative work that defines Acadian.
Position Overview:
This position is within the Implementation Team at a leading quantitatively-oriented global equity management firm. As a primary function, the Associate Portfolio Manager, Implementation will utilize advanced portfolio construction techniques and industry leading technology to manage client portfolios. In addition, this role will collaborate with the broader Implementation and Portfolio Management teams and other investment professionals to research and implement new portfolio construction techniques and trading strategies, further systematize the investment process, and enhance the Firm’s capabilities. Acadian supports a hybrid work environment; employees are on-site in the Boston office 3 days a week.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee portfolio construction for firm-wide client portfolios, across asset classes
- Responsible for portfolio cash flow, transition, and risk management and adherence to client guidelines
- Critically think about portfolio optimization and keep informed of industry best practices
- Engage with portfolio managers, operations, compliance, business development, and client service teams as needs arise relating to portfolio oversight
- Communicate portfolio insights and research to the broader investment team and senior management
- Engage in project work aimed at process and workflow improvements and automation, including AI
- Work with other departments to understand and address potential conflicts and process improvements
We’re Looking for Teammates With:
- Bachelor’s degree in quantitative or technical field; Master’s degree and/or CFA progression/designation a plus
- 10+ years of relevant experience within the investment industry, preferably in equity, fixed income, and foreign exchange markets
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills, including optimization techniques and familiarity with quantitative investment models, techniques and a demonstrated understanding of a quantitative trading processes and tools
- Experience developing enhancements and automation for proprietary portfolio management platform
- Prior experience with an order management system, preferably Charles River Development (CRD)
- Strong Python programming skills; Experience applying AI techniques, including large language models (LLMs), to investment use cases
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to conceptualize and build analytical tools
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn and maintain relevant technical and/or investment skills
- Willingness and ability to work in a collegial, results-oriented environment, must be a strong team player
- Drive to work in a fast-paced environment and meet daily deadlines, while ensuring a high level of attention to detail
The base salary range for this role is $160,000 – $175,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, and relevant experience. In addition to base pay, this position may be eligible for discretionary incentive compensation and includes participation in Acadian’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes health, retirement, and wellness offerings.
To apply for this position or view Acadian’s open roles, please visit the Careers section of our website at: http://www.acadian-asset.com/careers/Job-opportunities. We will contact only selected candidates. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at [email protected].
Acadian Asset Management LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. No employee or applicant shall be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy or parenthood, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
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Acadian Asset Management is a global, systematic investment manager. Founded in 1986, Acadian is head-quartered in Boston, with affiliates in London, Singapore, and Sydney. We find our edge in the convergence of talented people, rich data, and powerful tools – all underpinned by a collegial culture with an ardent appetite for continuous research and healthy debate.
Building on the idea that markets are inefficient, we were among the first firms in the world to apply data and technology to the systematic evaluation of global investments. With over 35 years of data-driven insights, we manage equity and credit strategies intended to deliver active returns and alternative strategies designed to deliver absolute, uncorrelated results. Our sustainable investing capabilities provide a platform for both client-specific solutions and a cutting-edge approach to engagement.
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