Job Description

The Hedge Fund Research VP has extensive experience in conducting thorough research and analysis to support the sourcing, evaluating, and monitoring of hedge fund managers across various strategies within the financial services industry. This role is responsible for analyzing market trends, conducting in-depth due diligence, and providing recommendations to support the firm's investment objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of hedge fund strategies, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with fund managers and industry peers. The hedge fund strategies that will be analyzed will be both systematic and fundamental in nature, and as a result understanding hedge fund trading strategies, styles are a pre-requisite. Having a quantitative or finance or economic background is a requirement.

What you’ll do:

Source and evaluate hedge fund managers across different strategies, including CTA, Quant, Global Macro, Emerging Markets, Commodities, and Risk Premia
Conduct thorough due diligence on potential investment opportunities, including analyzing performance, strategy, risk management, and quantitative analysis based on the fund returns
Stay informed about industry developments, market dynamics, and macroeconomic trends that may impact hedge fund strategies
Monitor the performance of existing hedge fund investments on an ongoing basis, including monthly and intra-monthly reviews if required
Make timely recommendations regarding portfolio adjustments, redemptions, and resizing based on performance and market dynamics
Develop and maintain relationships with hedge fund managers, prime brokers, and other industry participants
Proactively identify and assess risks associated with hedge fund investments, including liquidity risk, counterparty risk, and operational risk

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 7-10 years of experience in hedge fund research or related area within the financial services industry
Deep knowledge of hedge fund strategies, investment vehicles, and market dynamics across different asset classes
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with fund managers, clients, and industry peers

Additional Information

This position will work on a hybrid model out of our New York office
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a collaborative work environment, generous PTO, 401(k) match, affordable & comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, CFA and other professional membership reimbursement, and more.

The pay range for this position is $110,000 - $170,000 salary. However, base pay will be determined on an individual basis considering various factors, including location, qualifications, skills, and experience. The total compensation package includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and a full range of health and financial benefit offerings, which will be provided in conjunction with an offer of employment.

Visit www.wilshire.com for additional company information.

Wilshire is an SEC registered investment adviser and required to track certain political contributions under Rule 206(4)-5. As such, you may be required to disclose your prior political contributions.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we afford equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race/ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex (including gender and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, medical condition (as defined by California Government Code section 12926), or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment. In addition, Wilshire adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business. We are completely committed to these principles not only because of the various laws which address these subjects, but because it is the right thing to do for our employees and clients to thrive.

If you have a disability, and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 310-584-6011.

About the company

Wilshire Advisors provides investment solutions and independent investment advice to clients worldwide. It started as an investment technology firm in 1972 and evolved into a global advisory company that offers investment products, consulting services, and technology solutions. Its approach centers on delivering objective guidance and practical ideas to help investors manage portfolios. The company differentiates itself through its long history, global reach, and emphasis on independent, non-biased recommendations rather than tied to a single product lineup. The goal is to help clients optimize investment outcomes with credible expertise, transparent advice, and access to diverse investment products and technology.

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Headquarters

Santa Monica, California

Founded

1972

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Todd Cassler became CRO on 2025-11-06, sharpening global distribution.
Sun Life seeded AAM Wilshire Infrastructure Fund with $150 million on 2026-08-25.
With Intelligence and Wilshire launched Navigator in 2026, widening private-markets fundraising reach.

What critics are saying

Wilshire ADV reported five disclosure events as of 2026-09-01, inviting regulator scrutiny.
Private-asset interval funds expose Wilshire to liquidity, valuation, and fee-comparison backlash in 2026.
Wilshire Indexes' March 2026 administration showed business-line fragility if separable products underperform.

What makes Wilshire Advisors unique

Wilshire combines fiduciary consulting, OCIO, analytics, and alternatives across one platform.
ParkLexington and XTP deepen Wilshire's cost transparency and investment-operations tooling.
AAM Wilshire Infrastructure Fund brings institutional private infrastructure to wealth investors.

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Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
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Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Paid Vacation
Stock Options
Company Equity
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget
Wellness Program

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Blue Vault

Sep 1st, 2026

Private Infrastructure Moves Further Into the Wealth Channel

September 1, 2026 Private infrastructure moves further into the wealth channel. Another traditionally institutional asset class is making its way into wealth portfolios, and a newly launched interval fund illustrates how that transition is occurring. Private infrastructure is becoming increasingly accessible to individual investors as asset managers use interval funds to bring strategies once largely reserved for institutions into the wealth channel. Advisors Asset Management and Wilshire announced the launch of the AAM Wilshire Infrastructure Fund on August 25, offering individual investors exposure to private infrastructure investments across areas including digital infrastructure, transportation, utilities, energy transition, and social infrastructure. Sun Life Financial committed $150 million in seed capital to the fund. The fund plans to focus primarily on small- and middle-market infrastructure investments, providing another example of how interval funds are being used to package less-liquid private assets for individual investors. Unlike publicly traded infrastructure funds, private infrastructure strategies can invest directly in assets that may generate contractual or recurring cash flows over long periods. The interval fund structure can accommodate these less-liquid investments because shareholders receive periodic repurchase opportunities rather than daily liquidity. For advisors, the expansion of infrastructure into the wealth channel creates another potential portfolio allocation - but also another product category requiring careful comparison. Underlying assets, leverage, fees, valuation practices, portfolio diversification, and repurchase policies can differ significantly among funds. As private infrastructure joins private credit, real estate, and other institutional strategies in interval fund form, understanding both the investment and the structure through which it is offered becomes increasingly important.

Associated Press

Feb 12th, 2026

With Intelligence and Wilshire launch enhanced Navigator platform to streamline private markets manager engagement

With Intelligence by S&P Global and Wilshire have launched an enhanced version of Navigator, a platform designed to streamline private markets manager engagement. The portal combines automation, data intelligence and institutional reach to help fund managers share secure information and connect with appropriate investors during fundraising cycles. Built by With Intelligence, Navigator integrates with the company's Investor Solutions Market Maps to enable live, data-driven matching between investors and funds aligned with their allocation goals. The platform gives managers control over their data whilst providing real-time updates and access to Wilshire's institutional network. Wilshire manages over $123 billion in assets and advises on $1.5 trillion. The platform is now available for fund managers seeking to raise capital more strategically.

Wilshire

Nov 6th, 2025

Wilshire Appoints Todd Cassler as Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Global Growth and Distribution Strategy

Wilshire appoints Todd Cassler as Chief Revenue Officer to drive global growth and distribution strategy. Santa Monica, Calif., November 6, 2025 - Wilshire, a leading investment solutions and analytics platform with over $1.5 trillion in assets under advisement and $125 billion in assets under management, today announced the appointment of Todd Cassler as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). In this newly created role, Cassler will lead Wilshire's global growth and distribution strategy across its wealth, retirement, alternatives, and data & analytics businesses. He will be responsible for unifying the firm's enterprise and product-led sales motions, expanding partnerships across intermediaries and institutions, and driving revenue acceleration globally. Cassler reports directly to Jason Schwarz, Chief Executive Officer. "Wilshire sits at the intersection of several powerful industry megatrends - the convergence of institutional and retail investing, the democratization of alternatives, and the growing demand for data transparency and fiduciary solutions," said Jason Schwarz, CEO of Wilshire. "We already have an incredibly strong foundation: a trusted brand, luminary client relationships, and deep embeddedness across wealth, retirement, and institutional channels. Todd's experience scaling complex distribution organizations and leading cross-channel growth makes him the ideal leader to convert this positioning into accelerated, durable growth." Cassler joins Wilshire with more than 20 years of experience in financial services, building and leading businesses across wealth management, asset management, and institutional advisory. Before joining Wilshire, Todd served as Chief Growth Officer and Partner at Cerity Partners, where he was a member of the firm's Leadership Team responsible for driving enterprise growth strategy, sales, and execution. Prior to that, he was Chief Strategy & Growth Officer at Mariner, overseeing firmwide expansion initiatives across all business units. Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership roles at John Hancock Investments and Manulife Investment Management, including President of Financial Institutions and Advisory Solutions and Head of Institutional Distribution for the U.S. and EMEA regions. "Wilshire's platform is uniquely positioned - institutional in its depth, but accessible and scalable across wealth, retirement, and alternatives," said Cassler. "Few firms are as well aligned to where the industry is heading - bridging institutional expertise with retail reach. I'm excited to help accelerate this growth and deepen the partnerships that make Wilshire such a trusted and distinctive brand." Cassler's appointment underscores Wilshire's continued investment in scaling its commercial capabilities to meet rising demand from advisors, asset managers, and institutions seeking integrated, cross-channel investment solutions. The firm remains uniquely positioned as a leader in the convergence of institutional and retail investing - combining deep fiduciary expertise, embedded distribution, and proprietary analytics to deliver better outcomes for investors. About Wilshire. Wilshire is a global investment solutions and analytics firm with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under advisement and $125 billion in assets under management.[1] For over 50 years, Wilshire has combined institutional expertise with technology, data, and innovation to help investors, financial intermediaries, and asset managers improve investment outcomes. The firm partners with 300+ institutional investors and financial intermediaries globally across wealth management, retirement, alternatives, and analytics. [1] As of June 30, 2025. Assets under advisement refers to the total amount of assets (inclusive of assets under management) attributable to all of Wilshire's advisory relationships, including various consulting and advisory relationships for which Wilshire provides investment advisory services without engaging, on either a discretionary or non-discretionary basis, in the direct management of a client's portfolio. Assets under management refers to the amount of assets attributable to securities portfolios for which Wilshire provides discretionary and non-discretionary asset management services and is calculated differently than "regulatory assets under management." Prosek Partners [email protected]

Business Wire

Jul 16th, 2025

Wilshire Acquires ParkLexington to Enhance Operations, Profitability, and Performance for Investment Managers

Wilshire Advisors LLC (“Wilshire”), a leading global financial services firm, today announced that it has acquired ParkLexington Advisors, LLC (“ParkLexingto...