Core Responsibilities

• Manage and implement multi-asset class portfolios in alignment with Vanguard’s investment objectives, continually optimizing for better investment outcomes for our clients.
• Develop and refine ISG V-Models such as VAAM, leveraging new research and stakeholder feedback to drive enhancements in portfolio methodologies.
• Partner with business stakeholders (FAS, IIG, EA, PRD, Intl, PI) to deliver multi-asset investment solutions and capabilities.  
• Participates in the ongoing review and enhancement of Vanguard's investment methodology. Performs detailed methodology audits and makes recommendations on changes to senior investment committee.
• Co-authoring white papers and journal articles in collaboration with other crew members.
• Research portfolio construction topics such as allocating to illiquid assets (private equity/private credit), tax efficient asset allocation, rebalancing strategies, and roles of various assets in a portfolio.
• Develop robust tools/prototypes that translate investment models into practical, scalable solutions in python.  
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of asset allocation methodologies and investment concepts.
• Undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline or equivalent combination of training and experience required. Graduate degree and / or CFA preferred.
• Seven years related work experience, including five years investment management experience. Experience with investment research preferred.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with stakeholders and capable of conveying technical concepts clearly in writing and presentations.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, specifically in creating dashboards using libraries like Plotly Dash.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

We are Vanguard. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests.

For us, investing doesn’t just end in value. It starts with values. Because when you invest with courage, when you invest with clarity, and when you invest with care, you can get so much more in return. We invest with purpose – and that’s how we’ve become a global market leader. Here, we grow by doing the right thing for the people we serve. And so can you.

We want to make success accessible to everyone. This is our opportunity. Let’s make it count.

Inclusion Statement

Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.”

We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.

When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose.

Our core purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.