What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quantitative Analyst position at Fidelity Investments?
Job Description
The Groups and Team
Quantitative Research & Investments (QRI) is an investments and research division within Asset Management at Fidelity. We are responsible for the management and development of quantitative and hybrid quant/fundamental investment strategies and solutions while providing high quality quantitative, data-driven support to Fidelity’s investment professionals, ensuring they have access to the most relevant data and advanced quantitative analysis.
With roughly $800 billion in assets under management, Fidelity Asset Management Solutions (FAMS) is a leading provider of multi-asset class solutions for retail and institutional clients. The range of investment solutions includes target date funds, target allocations funds, income and real return strategies, world allocation funds, managed-volatility strategies and other custom institutional solutions.
The Multi-Asset Class (MAC) Quantitative Research Team within QRI provides research and analysis to FAMS portfolio managers and other investment professionals in support of our broad range of investment solutions. This research is vital in helping portfolio managers to select the most suitable investment options and manage asset class and risk exposures across all investment solutions we deliver. Members of the team either work directly within a specific investment team as an embedded analyst or support all investment teams as a central analyst.
The Role
Fidelity is seeking a seasoned quantitative analyst to join the Multi-Asset Class (MAC) team, supporting our target date strategies. As a key contributor, you will develop and communicate market views, produce thematic research and thought leadership, and design and evaluate innovative investment strategies. You’ll enhance quantitative frameworks for both strategic and tactical asset allocation, and refine tools for outcome-driven portfolio construction and risk management. Your work will directly impact the management of Fidelity’s mutual funds and client accounts, while also supporting the development of new products tailored to evolving client needs.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will vary based on your experience, skillset, and the team’s priorities, which may shift over time. Potential areas of focus include:
The Value You Deliver
Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.
Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.
We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.
Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles.
Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.
Certifications
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Investment Professionals
The Groups and Team
Quantitative Research & Investments (QRI) is an investments and research division within Asset Management at Fidelity. We are responsible for the management and development of quantitative and hybrid quant/fundamental investment strategies and solutions while providing high quality quantitative, data-driven support to Fidelity’s investment professionals, ensuring they have access to the most relevant data and advanced quantitative analysis.
With roughly $800 billion in assets under management, Fidelity Asset Management Solutions (FAMS) is a leading provider of multi-asset class solutions for retail and institutional clients. The range of investment solutions includes target date funds, target allocations funds, income and real return strategies, world allocation funds, managed-volatility strategies and other custom institutional solutions.
The Multi-Asset Class (MAC) Quantitative Research Team within QRI provides research and analysis to FAMS portfolio managers and other investment professionals in support of our broad range of investment solutions. This research is vital in helping portfolio managers to select the most suitable investment options and manage asset class and risk exposures across all investment solutions we deliver. Members of the team either work directly within a specific investment team as an embedded analyst or support all investment teams as a central analyst.
The Role
Fidelity is seeking a seasoned quantitative analyst to join the Multi-Asset Class (MAC) team, supporting our target date strategies. As a key contributor, you will develop and communicate market views, produce thematic research and thought leadership, and design and evaluate innovative investment strategies. You’ll enhance quantitative frameworks for both strategic and tactical asset allocation, and refine tools for outcome-driven portfolio construction and risk management. Your work will directly impact the management of Fidelity’s mutual funds and client accounts, while also supporting the development of new products tailored to evolving client needs.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will vary based on your experience, skillset, and the team’s priorities, which may shift over time. Potential areas of focus include:
- Target date glidepath design
- Retirement solutions to address longevity risk
- Downside protection and robust diversification
- Proprietary alpha signals and factor models
- Systematic cross-asset investment strategies
- Liability-driven investment solutions
The Value You Deliver
- Develop and communicate global macro views based on both independent and collaborative research.
- Lead research across four areas: strategic asset allocation, tactical asset allocation, portfolio construction, and manager research.
- Build quantitative tools and infrastructure to support discretionary and systematic investment processes.
- Monitor and attribute portfolio risks and returns.
- Collaborate across investment and technology teams, mentor analysts.
- Translate complex quantitative ideas for non-technical audiences.
- Share insights through stakeholder presentations and published research.
- Deep understanding of market dynamics, quantitative strategies, portfolio construction, and risk management.
- Advanced degree in finance, math, engineering, science, or business.
- 10 years in quantitative research (multi- or single-asset class).
- 5 years applying quantitative techniques in discretionary investment processes.
- Programming and data management experience; proficiency in Python or R.
- Strategic thinker with a bias for timely execution.
- Professional presence with strong communication across all levels.
- Independent idea generator with a collaborative working style.
- Passionate about markets and investing.
- High integrity, humility, and team orientation.
- Committed to investment principles and repeatable processes.
- Client-focused mindset.
Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate’s relevant experience, and other factors.
Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation.
We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted.
Most roles at Fidelity are Hybrid, requiring associates to work onsite every other week (all business days, M-F) in a Fidelity office. This does not apply to Remote or fully Onsite roles.
Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.
Certifications
Category:
Investment Professionals
Salary : $150,000 - $250,000