Internship

Quantitative Research Intern

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Point72

Point72

201-500 employees

Global asset management firm specializing in investments

Quantitative Finance
Financial Services

London, UK

Category
Quantitative Research
Quantitative Finance
Required Skills
Python
SQL
Machine Learning
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Proficient in Python and quantitative analysis, ideally with a machine learning background
  • Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research over large, possibly noisy datasets
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills, and detail-oriented mindset
  • Experience dealing with database languages like SQL
Responsibilities
  • Assisting with data collection, preliminary analysis of large data sets, and extraction of useful features for predictive models
  • Adapting and extending existing statistical forecasting techniques and machine learning algorithms to different asset classes applied to equity and macro strategies
  • Developing new signals and evaluate their performance characteristics
  • Providing research assistance to the team
  • Helping to improve the team's research infrastructure
Desired Qualifications
  • Masters or PhD candidates in finance, economics, mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, engineering or other quantitative discipline
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
  • Strong desire to deliver high quality results in a timely fashion
  • Prior experience in the financial services industry is not required
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards

Point72 is an asset management firm that focuses on various investment strategies, including discretionary long short equity, systematic investing, and macro strategies. The firm also invests in private markets, catering to a wide range of clients such as institutional investors, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices. Point72 operates in major financial centers around the world, using its expertise to find and take advantage of investment opportunities across different asset classes and regions. Unlike many competitors, Point72 aligns its earnings with client success through management fees and performance incentives. The firm aims to create superior returns for its clients while promoting a culture of excellence and supporting community initiatives through its ESG efforts.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$937.2M

Headquarters

Stamford, Connecticut

Founded

2014

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Point72's focus on AI enhances predictive analytics and decision-making processes.
  • Expansion in private markets offers diversification and potential for higher returns.
  • Hiring tech-savvy executives boosts Point72's competitive advantage in technology.

What critics are saying

  • Competition for talent as former executives join competitors like Galaxy Digital.
  • Potential valuation risks with investments like Knowde's lower Series C valuation.
  • Regulatory challenges in AI and autonomous tech investments, such as Overland AI.

What makes Point72 unique

  • Point72 leverages diverse strategies including discretionary long/short equities and macro investing.
  • The firm operates in major financial hubs like New York, London, and Hong Kong.
  • Point72 integrates ESG efforts, aligning investment success with social responsibility.

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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