Asset Management - Newark (NJ), NJ PGIM Fixed Income - Financial Engineer, Credit
About the position
About PGIM:
PGIM Fixed Income is a global asset manager offering active solutions across all fixed income markets. The company has offices in Newark, New Jersey, London, Tokyo and Singapore. As of September 30, 2019, the firm has $838 billion of assets under management including $354 billion in institutional assets, $152 billion in retail assets, and $332 billion in proprietary assets. Over 600 institutional asset owners have entrusted PGIM Fixed Income with their assets.
Who We Look For:
In PGIM Fixed Income the Quantitative Modeling and Strategies group covers all major global public fixed income markets, we model credit, interest rate and foreign exchange risk. We work closely with PMs and traders as well as with colleagues in risk management, structured finance research, and the technology solution group.
We are looking for a sharp Quant Modeler to expand and enhance our new and existing analytics framework. Our ideal candidate has a strong analytical background and can lead a research project to successful conclusion with minimal supervision. Our next hire will identify this challenge as a unique and valuable opportunity, so if this sounds interesting, then PGIM could be the place for you.
What You Will Do:
Partner with team members and portfolio managers to deliver relative value analytics that are additive to the investment process
Develop solutions to complex problems and assist in delivering them to the respective business units with minimal guidance.
Assist in ensuring platform quality and encouraging broad adoption across the enterprise.
Qualifications
Skills You Will Need:
Quantitative skills and modelling experience in fixed income are essential. A strong quantitative degree is required (MS or Ph.D. preferred).
Intermediate ability with at least one of the following languages: Python, R, Java or C++. While not a strict developer role, development will be required.
Strong problem-solving skills are essential, encompassing technical/implementation issues, as well as quantitative/modelling approaches.
Strong communication skills. Ability to explain complex subjects to a general audience is essential.
Want to learn more about PGIM and their success: By the Numbers
Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services.
We recognize that our strength and success are directly linked to the quality and skills of our diverse associates. We are proud to be a place where talented people who want to make a difference can grow as professionals, leaders, and as individuals. Visit www.prudential.com to learn more about our values, our history and our brand.
Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Note that this posting is intended for individual applicants. Search firms or agencies should email Staffing at staffingagencies@prudential.com for more information about doing business with Prudential.