<p>Conning is a leading global investment management firm with a long history of serving the insurance industry.</p> <p>We develop customized investment strategies that address our clients' unique objectives, requirements and tolerance for risk. We develop solutions by leveraging Conning's risk management tools and utilizing a highly disciplined investment process that relies on fundamental analysis.</p> <p>Senior Analyst, Quantitative and Portfolio Research</p> <p>Essential Responsibilities</p> <p>(20%) Implement Automation & Data Solutions: Work with the Quant Research team to build out analytical efficiencies and solutions using quantitative methods.</p> <p>(20%) Data Analytics: Work with the team to expand our data and quant framework. Develop tools to load, process, clean, query, analyze data, and work closely with Technology team to ensure data quality. Create accurate documentation for presentation and prosperity.</p> <p>(10%) Clean & Improve Existing Code: Design, code, test and implement quantitative models, leveraging data science techniques, in machine/deep learning and NLP.</p> <p>(50%) Machine Learning / AI</p> <p>Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Master's degree in mathematics, Financial Engineering, Data Science, or related program with experience in mathematical modeling and quantitative methods </li><li>1-3 years of relevant work experience </li><li>A foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and NLP (LLM) modeling </li><li>Financial background is a plus </li><li>Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills; able to decompose complex problems into manageable parts. </li><li>Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills </li><li>Detail oriented and with passion for excellence in all areas of work </li><li>Strong programming skills including Python, C++, R, and SQL </li><li>Experience and passion for Data Science - machine learning, deep learning, and NLP (LLM) </li><li>Experience working with databases, web-scraping or dealing with alternative data </li><li>Knowledge in fixed income models and quantitative research a plus </li><li>Experience with data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau, PowerBi) a plus </li><li>No direct or indirect reports. </li></ul> <p>Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion</p> <p>Conning is an equal opportunity employer. Our company embraces the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion; our employees can bring the best version of themselves to work every day. We thrive in an environment where everyone's voice is heard, every idea counts, and the differences of our employees are valued. We provide reasonable accommodations to those who need them.</p> <p>If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact us to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.</p> <p>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.</p>