Contrast Capital Management - Analyst - Equity Research/Marketing/Operations

Contrast Capital Management LLC is a boutique hedge fund manager based in Boston, USA, with a strong pedigree and track record. The firm was founded by Francis Claro, a senior investment professional with over 20 years of experience managing multi-billion dollar funds for leading asset management firms in the US. We are fundamentally oriented global equity investors. The firm seeks to invest in companies that have structural tailwinds, are in a favourable cyclical position and have strong company fundamentals. The firm is in an exciting phase as we have produced a solid track record of delivering superior risk adjusted returns over the last few years and are expecting solid growth in AUM.

At present, one of our analysts is located in Bengaluru, India, and travels to Boston as needed. In order to support our growth, we are looking to add another professional based in Bangalore/Pune/Mumbai/Delhi/Kolkata/Chennai/Hyderabad who will work closely with colleagues in Boston and Bangalore on a broad range of areas including equity research, marketing, compliance, operations. They will be an integral part of our team and as such will grow along with the firm. The role will provide a fast-paced, constantly evolving and exciting opportunity to break into a highly competitive industry and get both a broad and deep view of the investment management business. We are a close-knit team with a flat hierarchical structure that promotes frank and open discussions and meritocracy.

Job Description includes, but not limited to:

- Work with the Boston based portfolio manager and investment analysts on equity research projects including macro, industry and company research

- Prepare marketing materials (presentations, investor letters, attribution analysis, portfolio characteristics, benchmarks, etc.). Spearhead the firm's social media presence.

- Conduct market research and planning as well as lead generation; contact potential investors to introduce the firm and set up meetings for the portfolio manager

- Support compliance and operational functions including execution of ongoing compliance program, reconciliation of trades and investment returns, and portfolio balances reported by prime broker with other vendors of the firm

Skills and characteristics required include :

- 1-3 years prior background in equity research (sell side/buy side), Investment Banking, marketing of asset management, Big-4 accounting, Strategy/Management Consulting

- MBA/CFA/CPA/ in exceptional cases, undergraduate candidates can be considered

- Highly entrepreneurial, flexible, productive and resourceful person who enjoys independence, unstructured environments, quick learning and problem solving. Strong passion for the asset management business.

- Ability to express thoughts clearly in written (PPT/Word/Excel/Email) and oral form. Ability to build a conversation with senior investment professionals globally by sharing details about our firm and answering any queries about our investment philosophy or return history.

- Strong quantitative skills

- History of strong work ethic, self-motivation, initiative, resourcefulness, and success

- Ability and desire to multi-task and work independently, helping to shape the projects being completed. Temperament to work in uncertain environments requiring maximum flexibility

The role will enable the candidate to work full time remotely from their home, as we are headquartered is based in Boston. We will provide telecom, IT and any other infrastructure needed to seamlessly integrate you with our operations in the US.