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Investment Associate

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Trade Input * Assist in implementing portfolio changes across accounts DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE ... Proven quantitative/analytical skills * Strong verbal and written communication skills

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This entry-level role provides recent graduates with the opportunity to work on high-impact ... Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills * Excellent written and verbal communication ...

This entry-level role provides recent graduates with the opportunity to work on high-impact ... Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills * Excellent written and verbal communication ...

Manage campaigns within DV360, The Trade Desk, and other relevant DSPs, by ensuring budgets are ... Strong analytical abilities and quantitative skills. Life at WPP Media & Benefits Our passion for ...

Manage campaigns within DV360, The Trade Desk, and other relevant DSPs, by ensuring budgets are ... Strong analytical abilities and quantitative skills. Life at WPP Media & Benefits Our passion for ...

The Estimator -- Sales position is the first/entry level in our Estimating track. This position ... Maintain a construction schedule and work with trades and management to ensure work is completed on ...

The Estimator -- Sales position is the first/entry level in our Estimating track. This position ... Maintain a construction schedule and work with trades and management to ensure work is completed on ...

The Estimator -- Sales position is the first/entry level in our Estimating track. This position ... Maintain a construction schedule and work with trades and management to ensure work is completed on ...

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How much do entry level quant trading jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level quant trading in the United States is $169,729.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $134,500.00 and $199,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Quant Trading vs Quant Research Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Quant TradingQuant Research Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Math, CS, or Finance; programming skillsBachelor's or Master's in Math, Stats, or Finance; programming skills
Work EnvironmentTrading desks, financial firms, fast-pacedResearch labs, financial firms, analytical
Employer & Industry UsageHedge funds, investment banks, trading firmsAsset managers, hedge funds, financial institutions
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Entry Level Quant Trading involves executing trading strategies and managing risk in real-time markets, often requiring quick decision-making. Quant Research Analysts focus on developing models and algorithms to inform trading strategies, emphasizing research and analysis. Both roles require strong quantitative skills and programming knowledge, but differ mainly in their focus—trading execution versus model development.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Quant Trading job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $169,729 per year, or $81.6 per hour.
Investment Associate

Investment Associate

Whittier Trust

Pasadena, CA • On-site

$65K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

Whittier Trust is the oldest privately owned multi-family office headquartered on the West Coast, providing exceptional client service and highly customized investment solutions for high-net-worth individuals and their families.
Our dedicated professionals work with clients and their families to deliver a broad array of services including investment management, fiduciary, philanthropic, and family office. Our founding family's century-long history of entrepreneurship continues to guide our activities for clients today. Entrusted with private family assets, our teams employ a consulting approach to tailor solutions for complex family situations.
Whittier Trust attracts professionals who have a desire to grow while building their skills in the service to our clients. Our organization is flat, nimble, and uniquely attuned to the needs and desires of both today's entrepreneurs as well as legacy family members who may be several generations removed from the wealth creators. Our corporate culture is one of client-focus, collaboration, performance and accountability, family orientation and long-term career satisfaction. Employee turnover is low because of a high level of engagement and career fulfillment.
The position offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus, equity consideration, excellent medical, and retirement plans.
Position Summary
The primary responsibility of the Investment Analyst is to support Portfolio Managers and other members of the Investment Department. The Investment Analyst will provide relevant portfolio analysis to Portfolio Managers, research markets and securities, plan and input trades, and prepare research reports and client documents. The position requires advanced computer, analytical and communication skills. The candidate will support, and be mentored by, multiple senior team members.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities include: report preparation, portfolio analysis, investment research and trade input as follows:
  • Report Preparation
    • Prepare reports to communicate with clients, networking contacts, prospects and the Investment Department
    • Create, update and analyze investment performance reports
  • Portfolio Analysis
    • Generate custom reports to help Portfolio Managers monitor client accounts
    • Assist in analyzing portfolios to ensure they reflect Whittier Trust sector and security outlook
    • Assist in providing oversight to ensure trades are made in accordance with client investment policy statements
  • Investment Research
    • Analyze markets and securities
    • Create and update equity, fixed income, and economic research charts
  • Trade Input
    • Assist in implementing portfolio changes across accounts

DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
  • 2 plus years' experience in related field desired but NOT This is an entry-level position.
  • Advanced Excel skills with an emphasis on building formula-driven workbooks and models
  • Strong PowerPoint skills with an emphasis on designing high-quality deliverables
  • Ability to quickly learn new software and systems
  • Experience with FactSet and Bloomberg desired but not essential.
  • Experience with Addepar desired but not essential.
  • Proven quantitative/analytical skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience in time management and deliverables

COMPENSATIONA competitive base salary, performance bonus, and benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, and 401(k) with company match.
Base salary range: $65,000 - $85,000.
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