Squarepoint Capital is hiring a
Junior Commodities Fundamental Analyst

Summary

Join Squarepoint's global investment management firm to support desks in building fundamental commodity supply and demand models, develop analytics tools, produce ad hoc analysis, evaluate market data quality, and run processes related to fundamental data operations.

Requirements

• Advanced degrees in Mathematics/Statistics/Engineering/Econometrics/Applied Economics or related subjects
• Experience in researching, analyzing and modelling data – ideally through prior internship experience or in a related position
• Coding skill in Python is required and ease with Excel is a plus
• Demonstrate passion for both investing and trends in commodities markets
• Excellent writing skills and ability to quickly synthesize thoughts and organize information
• Openness to tackle any project or task that is required
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with colleagues across multiple teams and regions

Responsibilities

• Support the desks in building fundamental commodity supply and demand models
• Support, develop and expand analytics tools and processes for the desk
• Produce ad hoc analysis based on short-term market developments as request by the desk to support trade ideas
• Evaluate and improve market data quality
• Run and maintain processes related to fundamental data operations
• Before market opens, check that all required data and related processes are ready for the trading day
• During the trading day, perform ad-hoc analysis on topics linked with current trade opportunities
• Work on various long-term projects to build market-leading analytical models