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Point72

Point72

1,001-5,000 employees

Global multi-strategy asset management firm

Financial Services
Fintech

Mid

Chicago, IL, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Investment Banking
Risk Management
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Python
Communications
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Undergraduate degree or higher in Accounting, Economics, Business, or other related discipline
  • 2+ years of work experience as an accountant, financial data analyst, industry analyst, or other related role
  • CPA or CFA is a plus. Coursework in Statistics and Econometrics and skills in empirical data analysis are a plus
  • Some programming skills are a plus (e.g., Python) and a strong self-learner
  • Tenacious, detail-orientated, and organized
  • Strong communication skills
  • Team player, driven and collaborative
Responsibilities
  • Design and own a process of normalizing and sanitizing fundamental data across a wide universe of public companies (based on 10Q, 10K, etc.)
  • Design and own a process of tracking real-time data of corporate bond issuances/redemptions/etc. and other relevant corporate events
  • Conduct independent research of the fundamental data, detecting anomalies and outliers. Prioritize and conduct deep dive case studies
  • In collaboration with the research team, make predictions of capital structure changes and corporate event outcomes
  • Proactively search for alternative, unstructured data sets with signal potential for corporate credit

Point72 Asset Management is a global firm that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide, focusing on deploying discretionary long/short equity, systematic, and macro investing strategies, complemented by a growing portfolio of private market investments.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$600M

Headquarters

Stamford, Connecticut

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Working at Point72 offers exposure to a wide range of industries and sectors, enhancing professional growth and learning opportunities.
  • The firm's involvement in high-profile investments, such as Sphere Entertainment and Overland AI, positions employees at the forefront of industry innovation.
  • Point72's global reach allows for potential international career opportunities and cross-cultural experiences.

What critics are saying

  • The broad investment strategy may lead to overextension and difficulty in maintaining focus on core competencies.
  • High volatility in sectors like entertainment and pharmaceuticals could impact the firm's financial stability and employee job security.

What makes Point72 unique

  • Point72's diversified investment strategy spans multiple sectors, from entertainment to pharmaceuticals, showcasing a broad and adaptable investment approach.
  • The firm's significant stake in innovative startups like Overland AI highlights its focus on cutting-edge technologies and future-oriented industries.
  • Point72's global presence, with investments managed by entities like Point72 Hong Kong Ltd and Point72 Middle East FZE, provides a competitive edge in accessing diverse markets.

Benefits

Fully-paid health care benefits

Generous parental and family leave policies

Mental and physical wellness programs

Volunteer opportunities

Non-profit matching gift program

Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, minorities and the LGBT+ community

Tuition assistance

A 401(k) savings program with an employer match and more