Portfolio Manager and AI Integration Lead

About The Job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position

Portfolio Manager

Type

Contract

Compensation

$150/hour

Location

Remote

Commitment

20–30 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

• Design and execute portfolio strategies that integrate both fundamental and AI-generated insights.
• Manage portfolio construction, optimization, and risk analytics to ensure consistent performance.
• Monitor and analyze portfolio attribution, exposures, and performance metrics across asset classes.
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to refine quantitative models and signals.
• Lead and mentor analysts, fostering a culture of analytical rigor and innovation.
• Communicate investment outlooks, performance updates, and strategy rationale to stakeholders.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• 8+ years of experience in investment management, including 5+ years as a lead or co-Portfolio Manager.
• Proven track record of alpha generation and strong risk-adjusted performance.
• Expertise in portfolio optimization, asset allocation, and factor analysis.
• Skilled in Bloomberg, FactSet, and portfolio analytics tools; familiarity with Python, R, or quant methods preferred.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills; collaborative, data-driven mindset.

Preferred

• CFA, MBA, or equivalent quantitative background strongly preferred.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

• Upload resume
• AI interview based on your resume
• Submit form

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