Full-Time

Quantitative Researcher

Posted on 1/18/2025

Forge Global

Forge Global

201-500 employees

Private market liquidity and trading solutions

Data & Analytics
Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$155k - $165kAnnually

+ Annual Bonus

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

Hybrid role requiring onsite presence 2-3 days a week in San Francisco.

Category
Quantitative Research
Quantitative Finance
Required Skills
Python
Data Science
SQL
Machine Learning
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • 5-7 years of relevant work experience (e.g., research, data science, data analytics) in the public or private equities markets.
  • Undergraduate degree in finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, engineering or a related field.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills: able to translate and communicate quantitative information effectively to non-technical audience.
  • Strong internal partnership skills: ability to proactively suggest content ideas and collaborate with peers to execute, as well as respond to requests/ideas from partners and shape Forge’s response.
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint knowledge & exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong interest in private investing and venture-backed companies.
  • Highly competent programmer: Python, AI/ML & Advanced SQL highly desirable.
  • Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time in an office or home office setting while working.
Responsibilities
  • Utilize strong programming and data science skills to conduct unique research in support of our Data, Products and Marketing efforts.
  • Work closely with team members and across Forge to identify, measure and communicate the trends and forces moving and shaping the venture-backed / pre-IPO equity market.
  • Assist in the development of private market indices. Support index rebalancing and answer client queries related to index management and methodologies.
  • Collaborate in the research and development of new models, data products, metrics, and insights.
  • Maintain and enhance internal models and databases to ensure comprehensive coverage for our data universe.
  • Aid data-driven content development and value proposition creation, collaborating across Markets, Marketing, Comms, and other Forge teams to prepare and publish thought-provoking, relevant, and timely research reports for clients and stakeholders.
  • Assist with inbound and outbound ad-hoc data requests and analysis for content and communications.
  • Partner closely with our product, sales, and marketing functions by driving content development and value proposition creation.
  • Help identify new unique data points to support research and enhance our research and product offerings.
Desired Qualifications
  • Professional writing experience
  • Index management knowledge
  • Advanced quantitative or undergraduate computer science degree

Forge Global provides a platform for private market transactions, focusing on custom liquidity solutions for private companies and their employees. The platform allows for trading, custody, and data services related to private equity, helping clients diversify their investments and access market insights. It also offers pre-IPO investment opportunities to both institutions and individual investors. After merging with SharesPost, Forge Global has become one of the largest private securities marketplaces globally. The company distinguishes itself by serving a wide range of clients, including private companies, institutional investors, and venture capitalists, all within the innovation economy. Its revenue comes from transaction fees, custody services, and data analytics.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$346.8M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for secondary market transactions as private companies delay IPOs.
  • Forge's public listing on NYSE enhances visibility and attracts institutional investors.
  • Strong backing from financial institutions like Deutsche Börse and Temasek supports growth.

What critics are saying

  • Scrutiny on unicorn valuations may reduce investor confidence in Forge's platform.
  • Decline in global IPO volumes could limit Forge's pre-IPO investment opportunities.
  • Competitive landscape in equity compensation solutions may challenge Forge's market position.

What makes Forge Global unique

  • Forge Global offers a comprehensive platform for private market liquidity solutions.
  • The merger with SharesPost created one of the largest private securities marketplaces.
  • Forge provides pre-IPO investment opportunities, enhancing portfolio diversification for investors.

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