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Quantitative Research Associate

Franklin Templeton, City of Westminster

Quantitative Research Associate

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Franklin Templeton, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 19 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 52526fd2155f43a2b1c8dca2ba1438c8

Location ref: City of Westminster

Full Job Description

  • Assist in developing and maintaining quantitative tools to support fundamental stock selection and portfolio construction.
  • Help build and maintain databases, screening tools, and factor models to complement fundamental research.
  • Contribute to quantitative analysis and provision of portfolio
    • analytics, including performance attribution, factor exposures and risk metrics.
  • Ensure data quality and assist with data cleaning and organization.
  • Perform back testing and validation of portfolio strategies and
    • alpha signals.
  • Collaborate with technology teams to productionize tools and
    • improve data infrastructure., Building teams with diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences has always been important to us. Cultivating an inclusive culture where employees feel safe to share their voices is not only beneficial for our people, but also drives innovation and enables us to deliver better client outcomes. So, no matter your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We will provide you with tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help you excel in your career and personal life. Hear more from our employees We want our employees to be at their best. By joining us, you will connect with a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for staying physically and mentally healthy, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have you covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. As part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, we welcome applicants with flexible working arrangements in their current roles or those seeking a flexible working pattern. We encourage you to communicate any preferences for flexible working so that we can consider this during our hiring process. Additionally, returners - individuals who have taken a break from work - are also encouraged to explore our job opportunities. As a registered UK Disability Confident Committed Employer, we encourage you to disclose if you consider yourself to have a disability as part of your application. This information enables us to provide the necessary support and leverage your unique talents effectively.

    We are seeking a Quantitative Research Associate to join our investment team. This is an entry-level role designed for individuals with strong analytical, programming and database management skills who are interested in applying quantitative methods within a fundamentally driven investment process. You will support portfolio managers and research analysts by providing data analysis, developing tools, and assisting with portfolio analytics and quantitative research. This position provides a strong foundation for a career in asset management, combining technical skill development with direct insight into the investment-making process.,
  • BA, BS, or MS in finance, mathematics, statistics, computing science or similar quantitative field.
  • Previous experience in a quantitative role within asset management.
  • Strong understanding of statistics and data analysis techniques.
  • Familiarity with machine learning techniques and their application to financial data.
  • Ability to analyze large structured and unstructured datasets.
  • Proficiency in SQL, R and Python strongly preferred.
  • Interest in financial markets, accounting fundamentals, and
    • valuation concepts.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate quantitative insights into compelling narratives.
  • Self-starter, strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
  • Team player; willingness to work hard and contribute to
    • achievement of team goals.

    At Franklin Templeton, we're advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that's both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs. Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!, Putnam Investments, an investment management group of Franklin Templeton, is a diversified, fundamental active equity asset manager with roots dating back to 1937. We manage a range of active equity portfolios and our stock-driven rather than style-driven approach is designed to produce consistent outperformance, regardless of market environment. As of December 31st, 2025, the firm managed over $162 billion in assets under management.

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