Actelligent is a firm that applies a “Human + AI” approach in four areas to help investors to “act intelligently” in every stage of the investment process:

1. Thematic Investing
2. Factor Analysis
3. Company Deep Dive
4. Portfolio Construction

 

It has received support from the University of Edinburgh, the University of Chicago, the Scottish Enterprise, the Hong Kong Government, as well as Data Lab and the EIT Digital in Europe. Actelligent’s aim is to leverage the power of machine learning and data science to enhance investment returns.

Data Scientist

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct innovative and scientific research to identify and model macro and fundamental drivers of performance and risks
• Develop analytics, quantitative tools, and analytical framework to attribute performance, monitor risks, and evaluate portfolio construction
• Identify and manage new datasets that support investment decisions and risk management processes
• Deliver research findings and make recommendations to the CIO

Requirements:

• Strong background in Statistics/Math/Econometrics
• Strong technical skills with high level of proficiency in Python and SQL
• Ability to manipulate and synthesize large data sets
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player, with the ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff and to thrive in a team-oriented environment
• A commitment to the highest ethical standards and to act with professionalism and integrity