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About Us Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients. About the Role The Global Trading department is seeking to recruit a Quantitative Trading Analyst to work on our Trading Research & Analytics team in Boston. Wellington Management’s Trading Department employs over 60 traders globally and operates in specialized teams according to sectors, regions, and products. Our investment and trading activities are conducted on an industry-leading internally developed software platform, which we believe creates a meaningful competitive advantage and is an asset to our trading data strategy. The Trading Research & Analytics team is an in-house team of managers and analysts, who oversee the “business” of the department and provide in-depth, action-oriented insights into our trading capabilities and activities. Some of the more focused projects include: Profiling our systematic order flows to determine the optimal electronic/algorithmic execution strategy that will minimize the total cost of execution. Profiling our investment driven order flows to unearth momentum signals that can be incorporated into the pre-trade strategizing process for improving outcomes. Developing a research and reporting infrastructure designed to monitor the performance of systematic strategies and momentum signals to gauge future efficacy. RESPONSIBILITIES Partnering with investors, traders, broker/dealers, and various internal stakeholders to improve overall execution results through innovation, actionable trading research, and enhanced decision-making tools. Designing a Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) framework for Global Trading that supports our client reporting, best execution, and execution insights. Working with trading technology, external vendors, and the dealer community on producing a high-quality data environment surrounding the life cycle of a trade. Understanding equity and/or fixed income market structure trends and how to evolve our electronic trading strategy. QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate is likely to have: Personal qualities and values that are consistent with, and would be additive to, Wellington Management's culture. Self-motivated individual who exhibits ownership in their work with excellent independent decision-making skills and superior judgement. Creative problem-solver who can work effectively under tight deadlines and other pressures. Collaborative, team-player. Experienced programmer, preferably in Python; working knowledge of SQL; familiarity with machine learning, data analysis, and data modeling. Proven organizational and communication skills with an emphasis on accuracy, concision, and timeliness. Working knowledge of quantitative tools and technologies used for Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA), order execution, and risk management. Experience in trading workflows and familiarity with financial markets; knowledge of electronic trading platforms and trading systems. Experience with business intelligence and data visualization software, preferably Tableau would be viewed favorably. A minimum 3-5 years relevant work experience in the financial services industry. Strong academic credentials; a Bachelor's degree is required; a graduate degree and/or professional coursework/certifications (or progress toward) would be additive. Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The base salary range for this position is: USD 65,000 - 150,000. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; role; skills and experience; certifications; and education. This range is an estimate, and further details on salary and total compensation aspects will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process. Base salary is only one component of Wellington’s total compensation approach. Other rewards may include a discretionary Corporate Bonus and/or Incentives, if eligible. In addition, we offer a comprehensive and high-value benefit package to meet the unique needs of our employees and their families, and we are committed to fostering a flexible work environment that enables employees to thrive personally and professionally. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wellington Management

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