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Job Description
The Opportunity Forefront Analytics is a quantitative asset management firm and multi-family office. Forefront manages and advises capital for institutions and ultra-high-net-worth families across factor-based equity, multi-asset, and alternatives mandates, utilizing proprietary, research-driven models. This is an entry-level position designed for an aspiring quantitative professional to gain foundational buy-side experience. Sitting within our small, high-caliber Investment Team, you will provide critical data, analytical, and operational support to Senior Portfolio Managers and the CIO. This role is built for a detail-oriented individual eager to master financial data management, support foundational research, and earn a pathway toward deeper quantitative research responsibilities. What You Will Work On (among many things)
Data Infrastructure & Research Support Data Pipeline Management:
Perform daily data collection, quality control, data entry, and database maintenance to ensure clean inputs for the firm's proprietary research models.
Reporting Templates:
Help prepare standard reporting, performance attribution sheets, and basic factor modeling schedules under the direction of senior analysts.
Documentation:
Maintain documentation for quantitative infrastructure, research libraries, and operational workflows.
Portfolio Operations Support Trade & Position Monitoring:
Assist in daily position tracking, cash balance monitoring, and routine reconciliation across firm portfolios.
Rebalancing Support:
Prepare initial data sets and spreadsheets required for portfolio rebalancing implementations.
Administrative Diligence:
Gather and organize quarterly performance data, terms, and presentation materials from external hedge funds, private equity, and venture capital managers.
Client & Team Communication Deliverable Preparation:
Draft internal spreadsheets, chart books, and presentation slides to an institutional standard.
Synthesis:
Learn to synthesize quantitative findings into clear, written summaries for internal team review. Who You Are The ideal applicant will bring strong foundational technical skills and a high level of conscientiousness to the team:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
Experience:
0 to 2 years of experience (outstanding recent graduates are encouraged to apply). This is an entry-level seat.
Technical Skills:
Excel:
Strong proficiency with spreadsheets (experience with formulas like VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, and basic data cleaning).
Programming:
Basic familiarity with Python, SQL, or MATLAB, combined with a strong willingness to rapidly develop these coding skills on the job.
Market Interest:
A genuine interest in quantitative investing, market mechanics, and data analytics.
Core Attributes:
Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational habits, and the ability to manage recurring operational deadlines reliably.
Credentials:
Interest in pursuing the CFA or CAIA designation is a plus; the firm provides direct support for these programs. Why This Seat?
Foundational Exposure:
Skip the massive corporate rotational programs and gain direct exposure to factor modeling, multi-asset construction, and private markets on day one.
Mentorship:
Direct, daily interaction and mentorship from senior portfolio managers and the CIO.
Clear Upside:
A collaborative, meritocratic environment where mastering your operational duties directly opens doors to independent research and portfolio management tracks. Current Benefits 401(k) with matching Health, vision, and dental insurance Paid time off (PTO) Discretionary performance bonus
CFA/CAIA
designation financial support
Pay:
$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off
