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QUΛNT TЯΛDING, ΞQUITIΞS FΛLL INTΞЯNSHIP (6-12 MONTHS)

 

Location                               London

Code                                      REQ4904

Balyasny Asset Management L.P. (BAM) is a global institutional investment firm. We strive to deliver consistent, uncorrelated, absolute returns in all market environments by fostering a culture of research, innovation, and collaboration.

BAM exists at the intersection of finance and technology, combining the deep industry knowledge of leading portfolio managers and financial analysts with software engineers and quantitative researchers. We leverage the collective expertise of our teams to seek out new investment opportunities, analyse market conditions, minimize risk, and provide superior service to our investment partners.

With 1,800+ people in offices around the world, we embrace a culture that welcomes the free flow of ideas, promotes career development, and supports the health and wellbeing of our people through world-class benefits.

OVERVIEW

We are looking for a 2023 Autumn Associates, Quant Trading, Equites, to intern with us for a period of 6-12 months, with one of our London-based Systematic Portfolio Management teams. This program offers a valuable experience in the hedge fund industry, providing an opportunity to learn and engage in quantitative trading and related research activities.

You will have the chance to learn from experienced professionals in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

As an Autumn Associate, you will work in collaboration with one of our Systematic Portfolio Managers, focusing on Quantitative Event-Driven trading. Your responsibilities will encompass:

  • Assisting in Quantitative Research for statistical arbitrage trading strategies, including idea generation, strategy back-testing, and analysis
  • Participating in the development and maintenance of portfolio risk models
  • Supporting the improvement of our Python-based systematic trading code base, upholding our standards of reliability and efficiency
  • Conducting end-of-day processes, including the organization of trade logs, recording daily P&L, and assisting with compliance procedures.
  • Maintaining the integrity of large volumes of security data through cleaning, maintaining, and validation
  • Contributing to ad hoc analytic projects, further expanding your financial and analytic knowledge
  • We will provide comprehensive training

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Currently enrolled in or graduating from a master’s degree in Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative field from a top-ranking institution
  • Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English and French
  • Equipped with strong analytical and modelling skills.
  • Proficient in Python + pandas.
  • Exceptionally motivated, detail-oriented, hard-working, and of the highest integrity
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently to meet/exceed deadlines
  • Outstanding attention to detail and strong organization skills

BAM EMPLOYEE AND INTERN PERKS

  • Work in our beautiful London Office, centrally located in St James’
  • Daily access to BAM kitchen stocked with various, snacks, teas & coffees, soft drinks, etc.
  • Daily lunch delivery services provided by BAM
  • First-class fitness facility with showers and changing room facilities
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About Balyasny Asset Management (BAM)

Balyasny Asset Management (BAM) is a global, multi-manager multi-strategy investment firm founded in 2001 by Dmitry Balyasny, Scott Schroeder and Taylor O’Malley. What began as a single, small office in Chicago trading mostly long/ short equity has grown into an institutional global platform with investment strategies spanning across Equities Long/Short, Macro, Equities Arbitrage, Credit, Commodities, Systematic and Growth Equity.

 

Today, we have 15 global offices with over 1,700 team members, 161 investment teams, and 21 partners managing more than $20 billion in AUM. We have built an award-winning collaborative culture dedicated to leveraging the collective knowledge and experience of our team members across industries, asset classes, regions, and markets to uncover profitable investment opportunities that deliver value to our clients.

 

At BAM, we are our talent. We are a growing firm that offers a multitude of professional opportunities. Through BAM’s selective hiring process, we target the best and brightest in the business, and strive to create an environment which attracts and retains top talent. Maintaining a culture where people are energized to come to work is paramount to our success. Our team is motivated to perform each and every day.

 

As a result, BAM has built a reputation as a firm that provides the tools necessary for talented individuals to achieve their goals and reach their highest potential.