About this role
Your missionAs a Quantitative Researcher & Methodology Specialist (f/m/d), you will develop innovative quantitative models for the private capital industry. You will identify new analytical approaches, validate their value, and actively shape the methodological evolution of our products. Your tasks:
Quantitative Research & Model Development
Develop and enhance quantitative models for the valuation, forecasting, risk assessment, and benchmarking of private capital funds and investmentsAnalyze complex financial, market, and portfolio data to create new analytical methodologiesResearch and evaluate innovative mathematical and statistical approachesContinuously improve existing model logic, assumptions, and calculation methodologiesTranslate research outcomes into prototypes, production-ready code, or implementation specificationsModel Validation & Quality AssurancePerform regular validation of quantitative models and methodologiesEnsure the quality, transparency, and explainability of quantitative resultsSupport the ongoing quality assurance of production model outputsCreate audit-ready model and validation documentationDevelop and maintain quantitative modeling standards and best practicesProduct Innovation & Methodology StrategyContribute to the development of the analytics product roadmapIdentify new analytical products, methodologies, and service opportunitiesEvaluate academic, scientific, and technological developments for their relevance to our productsDrive innovative approaches for future analytics solutionsSupport the prioritization of new methodological developmentsStakeholder Management & Client SupportAct as a subject matter expert for Product Management, Information Systems, Operations, and other business teamsSupport the onboarding of new clients in relation to quantitative models and analytics productsCommunicate complex methodologies and results to technical and non-technical stakeholdersTranslate business challenges into quantitative research and modeling approachesScientific CollaborationMonitor relevant developments in research and academiaEngage with universities, research institutions, and the broader scientific communitySupport scientific collaborations and academic thesis projectsTranslate research findings into internal and external communication materials
Your profileHow You Work
You enjoy solving complex challenges through quantitative methodsYou combine scientific rigor with practical applicabilityYou challenge existing approaches and continuously seek improvementsYou think analytically, structurally, and with a long-term perspectiveYou communicate complex topics in a clear and understandable mannerYou enjoy interdisciplinary collaboration and independent ownershipYou are motivated by shaping the future of data-driven analytics solutionsYour QualificationsDegree, ideally including a Master's degree, PhD, or comparable research experience, in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Finance, Econometrics, Data Science, or a comparable quantitative disciplineStrong experience in mathematical and statistical model developmentExperience implementing quantitative models in codeExperience in model validation and methodology developmentExperience in prototyping, research, or innovation projectsExposure to financial markets, investments, or financial analyticsKnowledge of private capital is an advantageExperience with Python and databases is an advantageLanguagesVery good English skills (working language)German is a plus
Our offer
Exciting challenges and excellent development opportunities in a constantly growing, international teamFreedom to develop own ideas and thus make an active contribution to the success of our companyAttractive remuneration with variable components as part of a total compensation systemGreat colleagues, a friendly working atmosphere and numerous employee eventsModern workplace in the heart of Munich with view of the TheresienwieseModern employee benefits - bike leasing, meal vouchers, BAV, Deutschlandticket, benefits account & Wellpass FitnessHybrid working model Free drinks and fruit as well as a well-filled ice box in summer