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AQR

Research Analyst - Discretionary Macro

Greenwich, CT · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

The Macro and Multi Strategy group focuses on all aspects of research and portfolio management for ... a range of the firm's alternative funds including Managed Futures, Global Macro, Style Premia ...

AQR

Research Analyst - Discretionary Macro

Greenwich, CT

$150K - $175K/yr

The Macro and Multi Strategy group focuses on all aspects of research and portfolio management for ... a range of the firm's alternative funds including Managed Futures, Global Macro, Style Premia ...

Aquarian

Vice President, Macro Research

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

The ideal candidate will bring experience from a sell-side research platform, strategy team, or ... Market & Macro Research * Monitor and analyze equity, credit, currency and other macroeconomic ...

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Aquarian

Vice President, Macro Research

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

The ideal candidate will bring experience from a sell-side research platform, strategy team, or ... Market & Macro Research * Monitor and analyze equity, credit, currency and other macroeconomic ...

New

Point72

Macro Compliance Associate

Stamford, NY · On-site

$125K - $175K/yr

Provide advice and guidance to the Global Macro business covering rates, foreign exchange, emerging markets, credit, asset-backed securities, and macro derivatives strategies * Partner with macro ...

Polymarket

Macro Markets Lead

New York, NY · On-site

You'll be responsible for the full macro vertical: coverage, liquidity, resolution frameworks, data integrity, and strategic partnerships - bringing together the instincts of a macro trader with the ...

Point72

Macro Compliance Associate

Stamford, NY · On-site

$125K - $175K/yr

Provide advice and guidance to the Global Macro business covering rates, foreign exchange, emerging markets, credit, asset-backed securities, and macro derivatives strategies * Partner with macro ...

Vanguard Group

Senior Engagement Strategist

Malvern, PA · On-site

Oversee campaign activations for multiple offers or objectives, ensuring alignment with macro strategy and organizational goals. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Marketing ...

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How much do macro strategist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for macro strategist in the United States is $92,126.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $82,000.00 and $94,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a macro strategist?

To excel as a Macro Strategist, you need strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of global economics and financial markets, and typically a degree in economics, finance, or a related field. Expertise in data analysis tools such as Bloomberg Terminal, Excel, and econometric software, along with relevant certifications like CFA, is highly beneficial. Exceptional communication, critical thinking, and the ability to synthesize complex information distinguish top performers in this role. These skills enable strategists to forecast macroeconomic trends and provide actionable insights that drive investment decisions.

How does a macro strategist typically collaborate with other teams within an investment firm?

A Macro Strategist works closely with portfolio managers, research analysts, and risk management teams to develop and communicate macroeconomic outlooks and investment ideas. They frequently participate in strategy meetings, share insights on global economic trends, and help translate macroeconomic analysis into actionable portfolio strategies. Effective collaboration involves presenting complex data in an understandable manner and providing timely recommendations that align with the firm’s investment objectives. This cross-team interaction ensures that macro views are integrated into decision-making processes across the organization.

What is a macro strategist?

Macro strategists are financial professionals who analyze global economic trends, geopolitical events, and macroeconomic data to make investment recommendations and forecasts. They often work for investment banks, hedge funds, or asset management firms, helping clients understand how large-scale factors like interest rates, inflation, and fiscal policies can impact markets. Their insights inform portfolio construction, risk management, and asset allocation decisions. By interpreting broad economic signals, macro strategists aim to identify investment opportunities and potential risks across various asset classes.
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Head of Systematic Macro Strategy Team (USA)

Trexquant Investment

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

We are looking for a senior quantitative professional to develop and lead a Systematic Marco Strategy team at Trexquant. In this role, you will be responsible for developing strategies and building out a team for researching, implementing, and trading profitable macro-based strategies within our core product. Your work will integrate macro related asset-classes such as FX into our proven quantitative processes, significantly expanding our tradable universe, profitability, and competitive edge.

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead the Systematic Macro Strategy team, driving the development, enhancement, and ongoing monitoring of macro alpha signals to support scalable and sustainable performance.
  • Design, develop, and scale a diversified suite of systematic macro strategies across asset classes, ensuring robustness from research through production.
  • Collaborate closely with the execution team to optimize strategy implementation, aligning macro strategies with existing portfolios and improving overall trading efficiency.
  • Identify, source, and integrate high-quality datasets for macro research; develop and maintain data pipelines to support efficient backtesting and live trading.
  • Partner with the development team to enhance platform capabilities, improving the accuracy, speed, and reliability of simulation and execution for macro strategies.
  • Work with the risk team to define, monitor, and manage macro-specific risk exposures, while optimizing capital allocation across strategies.
  • Communicate research insights and strategy performance to senior management, ensuring alignment between quantitative macro initiatives and broader investment objectives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master’s, or Ph.D. degrees in Mathematics, Statistical Modeling, Computer Science or other related STEM fields.
  • 5+ years of experience in researching and trading systematic macro based strategies.
  • Experience managing or leading a team of quant researchers.
  • Strong quantitative skills.
  • Proficiency in Python.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary, plus bonus based on individual and company performance.
  • Collaborative, casual, and friendly work environment while solving the hardest problems in the financial markets.
  • PPO Health, dental and vision insurance premiums fully covered for you and your dependents.

Trexquant is an Equal Opportunity Employer