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THE ROLE

Be part of a team of quantitative analysts and portfolio managers developing and managing a set of quant/fundamental blend equity strategies. Research enhancements to stock selection models, evaluate portfolio construction methodologies and develop production code. Serve as a member of MFS’ Global Sector Teams and work with fundamental researchers & portfolio managers as a representative of the quantitative research group.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead independent research projects to evaluate stock selection factors, improve model estimation algorithms and enhance the portfolio construction process.
• Write production code to enhance the research and portfolio management processes.
• Work closely with a team of experienced quantitative analysts and portfolio managers to develop a business with roughly $14bn AUM as of 9/30/2023.
• Contribute to the research agenda: Attend conferences, monitor academic and practitioner research, generate ideas for research projects.
• Serve as a member of one or more of MFS' Global Sector Teams (composed of fundamental equity, credit and quantitative analysts). Provide team or teams with a quantitative analyst's skills and perspective, e.g. backtest investment signals or provide portfolio construction analysis.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Ability to structure thoughtful, detail-oriented solutions to complex problems with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills, inclusive of the ability to listen and incorporate feedback into one's work.
• Experience with and strong interest in researching the central issues of quantitative stock selection, e.g. conducting statistical analysis on large datasets, forecasting stock returns using company characteristics and market data.
• Proficiency in analysis languages, like Python, Matlab, R.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Experience with quantitative equity portfolio construction theory and practice, and with the major vendors in the space, e.g. Axioma, Barra, Northfield.
• Graduate education in relevant field.
• Proficiency in C#.
• Familiarity with financial data software such as Bloomberg or FactSet.

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At MFS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply - you might be just the right candidate for this role or others.

What we offer:

• Generous time-off provided: including "Responsible time off" for many roles, paid company holidays when the US Stock Exchange is closed, plus paid volunteer time
• Family Focus: Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up care program, dependent care flexible spending account, adoption assistance, generous caregiver leave
• Health and Welfare: Competitive medical, vision and dental plans, plus tax-free health savings accounts with company contributions
• Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement through our medical plans, fitness center discounts and more
• Life & Disability Benefits: Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability
• Financial Benefits: 401(k) savings plan, Defined Contribution plan- 15% of base salary invested into the Plan, competitive total compensation programs

MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email [email protected] for assistance. 

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