Investments Lab Quantitative Analyst

The Investment Lab ("the Lab") is an integral part of Citi Wealth dedicated to the delivery of investment insights designed to help our clients navigate markets, manage risks, and meet their individual investing goals via a full suite of advanced portfolio construction techniques. As a core pillar within the Lab, the Quantitative Analytics Group enables the delivery of highly analytical investment advice to clients across the full spectrum of wealth, through specifically the following areas of activity: (1) developing quantitative tools and capabilities, (2) providing direct client advice, and (3) thought leadership, while (4) managing the related risk, processes & controls. The Quantitative Analyst will have the chance to contribute to all 4 areas through global teamwork.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new quantitative tools and capabilities for investment advice across the entire spectrum of wealth, as conduit for highly customized advice to private clients and scaled solutions across all segments of wealth.
• Direct involvement in highly analytical bespoke proposals for private clients in a lead analyst client-facing capacity.
• Thought leadership: contribute to nurture the team image with clients and internal partners as industry leading in portfolio construction matters through publications on relevant topics.
• Contribute to the management of model risk on internally developed and external tools.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge and interest in all quantitative aspects of Asset Allocation, Portfolio Construction, and Risk Management matters.
• Solid basis on Mathematics, Statistics and Numerical Methods (Optimization, Regression and Simulation methods).
• Understanding of financial markets. Knowledge across asset classes and different product lines.
• Python programming experience is required; experience with other programming languages is beneficial.
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) experience and skills (Jira, Git, BitBucket).
• FactSet, Bloomberg, Excel, MS Office.
• Awareness of latest research developments on relevant topics.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a global team.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Preference for PhD in Quantitative Finance subjects OR in a STEM subject paired with strong financial knowledge, interest and/or relevant qualifications (e.g. CFA), with 1-5 years relevant experience.
• FINRA Securities Licenses: Series 7, 31, and 66 (or 63 & 65) current or required to obtain within 120 days of assuming the role.

Education

• MSc in Quantitative Finance with 3-5 years of relevant experience will also be considered.

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Job Family Group:

Private Client Product Services

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Job Family:

Investment Analytics

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

New York New York United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$211 280,00 - $316 920,00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

feb 13, 2026

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