This opening represents an exciting opportunity for a quantitative equity professional to join Credit Suisse's Alternative Investments Department as a portfolio manager responsible for EMEA in the quantitative equities group.

As one of the world's leading banks, Credit Suisse provides its clients with investment banking, private banking and asset management services worldwide. Credit Suisse is active in over 50 countries and employs approximately 45,000 people. Further information can be found at www.credit-suisse.com.

The Quantitative Equities Group (QEG) in Credit Suisse Asset Management is responsible for managing equity portfolios that seek to outperform a variety of U.S. and global equity benchmarks. The team additionally manages long/short equity market neutral strategies as well as short extension strategies. The team uses statistical and economical models, together with advanced technology and extensive financial databases, to perform rigorous investments analysis with a discipline approach to risk control.

Position Description:

The candidate will be an integral part of the creation and implementation of models in the areas of international and domestic stock selection as well as risk management, portfolio optimization, transaction costs, and performance attribution. The candidate will also be involved in prospective client presentations and portfolio reviews for existing clients.

Skills

Qualified candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in the field of finance, with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Quantitative, Engineering Math including Computing Studies from a leading university and a Master's in a quantitative field. PhD is a plus. The candidate must possess strong programming skills with expertise using C/C++, SQL, MatLab or SAS, and VBA. The candidate needs to be knowledgeable in finance and have experience working with large datasets, particularly financials databases such as Compustat, WorldScope, IBES, etc. The qualified candidate will be a detail-oriented team player with an entrepreneurial attitude.

Credit Suisse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category.

To the extent permitted or required by applicable law, a candidate who is offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check and other background checks before the appointment is confirmed.

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