Hedge Fund Research Analyst

Company:

Mercer

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our SECOR team at Mercer. This role will be based in New York City and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.

As a Hedge Fund Research Analyst, you will gain exposure to hedge fund managers, assist in data collection and analysis, and support the preparation of research and client reports. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop foundational skills in hedge fund research and alternative asset management by supporting senior analysts and contributing to qualitative and quantitative research efforts.

We will count on you to:

Manager Research

• Support senior analysts in interviewing hedge fund and alternative asset managers to assist in qualitative due diligence
• Assist in interacting with managers employing quantitative and systematic strategies
• Help write research reports and provide input on manager evaluations
• Contribute to client reports covering market activity and portfolio performance
• Assist in building and maintaining the manager research database and classification system

Quantitative Research

• Use tools such as eVestment to screen funds, maintain manager peer groups, and assist in performance reporting
• Support portfolio optimization efforts by helping with data preparation and rebalancing tasks

Risk Management

• Collect returns and exposure data to support performance attribution and risk analysis

Industry Research

• Monitor developments in alternative asset classes and inform colleagues and clients accordingly
• Analyze industry publications to support thought leadership initiatives and marketing efforts

What you need to have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Science, or a related field
• Internship experience at the minimum, or up to 2 years of professional work experience in investment management, hedge fund research, or a related area
• Strong interest in financial markets and alternative investments, including hedge funds and private investments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort with data analysis tools
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive, team-oriented mindset
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

What makes you stand out?

• Familiarity with hedge fund strategies and alternative asset classes
• Experience or coursework involving quantitative research or portfolio management tools

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Mercer is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Mercer, visit mercer.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full te