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Job Description

This role is responsible for performing quantitative analysis and research in the Risk and Return group of Allstate Investments. Area of primary focus is fixed income corporate credit (Investment Grade & High Yield Corporates), Municipals and Bank Loans, in addition treasuries. Approximately $45B fixed income portfolio is actively managed and leverages quantitative tools to generate differentiated performance. This role will be responsible for researching and implementing alpha signals, optimization tools and process diagnostics to enhance fixed income processes. In addition, the role will touch on diverse areas such as risk and portfolio reporting, performance measurement, attribution, investment technology and infrastructure, and asset-liability management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESLead research, design, and implementation of quantitative alpha models for systematic and factor investing for fixed income asset classes.Advance quantitative research, develop new research pipelines, manage timelines and deliverables, introduce innovative use cases for quantitative insights and tools. Provide thought leadership in the areas of quantitative fixed income investing to investment committees. Incorporate AI/ML/LLM technologies in the quantitative toolkitInteract with asset class leads, senior portfolio managers and fundamental research analysts to identify research topics spanning alpha signals and portfolio constructionEffectively communicate modeling results and research topics to senior investment leaders and Quantitative Steering CommitteeMentor and develop junior members of the quantitative teamSupport and enhance existing quantitative models and associated applications. Collaborate with the production support team as needed to resolve any production-related issues.Address portfolio manager and research analyst inquiries related to models, providing timely and thorough responses.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis job does not have supervisory duties.
 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s or PhD in STEM or analytical finance/econometrics8+ year experience in asset management or investing (buy/sell side) building quantitative models for alpha generationFixed Income experience, specifically in corporate bonds preferredExperience in Machine Learning and Big Data techniquesCFA or progress towards CFA a plus

FUNCTIONAL SKILLSSolid understanding of financial markets, financial modeling, risk management, econometric analysis and numerical methodsStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to meet tight deadlinesStrong oral and written communication skillsExpertise in statistical analysis and modeling, particularly in modeling time series data and backtesting investment strategies. Proficiency with large scale data processingWorking knowledge of factor investing, asset valuation and portfolio constructionStrong computer skills and programming experience in Python, SQL. Matlab experience a plusFamiliarity with Bloomberg, Aladdin, Capital IQ, and other market data vendors

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Skills

Advanced SQL, BlackRock Aladdin, Bloomberg Platform, Fixed Income Investments, MATLAB, Python (Programming Language), Quantitative Research

Compensation

Base compensation offered for this role is $169,000.00 -218,000.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
*** Total compensation for this role is comprised of several factors, including the base compensation outlined above, plus incentive pay and AIP as applicable for the role

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

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