Career Opportunities

Jacobs Levy Equity Management is recognized worldwide as a preeminent quantitative investment firm, managing over $20 billion in U.S. equities for a select and sophisticated institutional clientele. The firm’s roster of clients includes many of the world’s largest corporate pension plans, public retirement systems, and endowments/foundations. The firm is located in a corporate campus setting in Florham Park, New Jersey. Due to continued growth of clients and assets, we are seeking to fill the following positions: 

Senior Quantitative Equity Researcher
This position requires a PhD in econometrics, finance, or related quantitative discipline, and entails heavy empirical research into U.S. equity market inefficiencies. Must be familiar with financial statement analysis, pricing and expectational data, have knowledge of financial and statistical literature, and experience with multiple statistical packages and techniques. Responsibilities include conducting exploratory data analysis, testing various statistical approaches, developing and enhancing models, and reviewing financial literature. Ideal candidate would be self-motivated with minimum 3 years of empirical equity research experience.

Senior Systems Architect
This position will be responsible for establishing and leading an architecture/design team to develop and implement advanced systems. Responsibilities will be in the areas of systems architecture, technical leadership and project management in a Microsoft environment. The position will be responsible for 1) integrating the functional applications that support research, trading, portfolio management and securities accounting into a common architecture, 2) providing technical and engineering leadership in all areas of application development, and 3) managing critical projects that cut across these functional areas. Candidates must be able work directly with professional investment staff and will participate in management IT strategy planning. The successful candidate will be able to work independently as well as in a team environment and possess strong quantitative and communication skills. Some experience working with investment systems, company market/fundamental data and portfolio analysis systems is also a plus. A minimum of 5 years systems architect and project management experience is required. PhD in Computer Science, Engineering or other Science / Math field is preferred.

Systems Analyst
This position requires 5+ years experience working with C++ and object-oriented programming, Windows, Microsoft SQL server, Visual Studio, VB and MFC. The successful candidate will possess strong quantitative and good communication skills. Some experience working with investment systems, company market/fundamental data and portfolio analysis systems is also a plus. M.S. degree/candidate in computer science preferred.

Controller
This position requires an individual to assist the CFO in overseeing and performing a variety of tasks within the compliance, back office securities operations, and finance areas. Typical duties include maintenance and reporting of client account and composite returns, reviewing client reports and RFPs, compliance auditing of policies and procedures, interacting with outside auditors and regulatory bodies, client invoicing, corporate accounting and back-office operational responsibilities. Must have strong communication and PC skills, including Excel, and be a well-organized, detail-oriented team player, able to meet deadlines. A Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required, along with a minimum 5 years of industry experience. Familiarity with CFA Institute Global Investment Performance Standards is a plus. CPA is required.

Client Service Associate
This position requires knowledge of institutional equity management and client service needs. Responsibilities include preparing client presentation materials, compiling meeting briefing notes, and maintaining consultant databases, as well as assisting with RFPs and questionnaires. Must be a team player, well organized, and detail oriented, with strong PC skills, including Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint. Requires Bachelor's degree in business, finance or related discipline and minimum 3 years of investment industry experience. Familiarity with performance attribution and risk analysis a plus.

Administrative Assistant for Executive Office
This position requires a highly motivated individual with great work ethic and positive attitude to support Executive Assistants in various projects, including company graphic needs and website updates. Position requires discretion, organization, multitasking ability, attention to detail, strength in oral and written communications, and strong computer skills. Proficiency in Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Adobe Photoshop a must. Prefer college degree with at least 5 years of experience, or 8 years of equivalent experience.

Administrative Assistant
This position requires an individual who will provide administrative support within the client service group. Responsibilities include preparing presentations, client letters, and spreadsheet and database maintenance. Photocopying, filing, and general administrative skills are also required. Must be a team player, well organized, and detail oriented. Strong PC skills are required, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. College degree or technical school diploma and a minimum 3 years of professional experience desired. Financial industry experience a plus.


For immediate and confidential consideration, please fax your resumé to 973-410-0287 or email to careers@jlem.com. Please indicate the position for which you are applying.  EOE