Senior Quantitative Analyst (Putnam Investments)

About the role

The Quantitative Research Team is seeking an experienced Senior Quantitative Analyst.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains quantitative tools to support fundamental stock selection and portfolio construction
• Sets up and runs optimization, scenario analysis, and risk-aware frameworks for portfolio construction
• Builds and enhances stock selection models, screening tools, and a factor library to complement fundamental research
• Analyzes alternative and traditional datasets to identify insights relevant to company fundamentals and market behavior
• Designs and implements back testing frameworks for portfolio strategies and alpha signals
• Works closely with technology teams to operationalize tools and enhance data infrastructure
• Conducts quantitative research to support client engagement, including marketing materials, presentations, and white papers
• Translates analytical results into clear, compelling narratives for both internal stakeholders and external audiences

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• BS or MS in finance, mathematics, statistics, computing science or similar quantitative field
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in a quantitative role within asset management
• Experience supporting fundamental equity teams or working in a hybrid quant/fundamental environment
• Knowledge of equity factor models and their practical application in portfolios
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate quantitative insights into compelling narratives
• Proficiency in SQL, R and Python
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques and their application to financial data
• In-depth knowledge of risk management and optimization techniques
• Team player; willing to work hard and contribute to achievement of team goals

Benefits

Franklin Templeton offers a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support your well-being and recognize your time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program.