Quantitative analyst

Quantitative analysts design models and create strategies for businesses to make informed investment decisions and valuations of financial assets.

Also known as

Quantitative researcher, financial quantitative analyst, pricing analyst, funding analyst, sales analyst, labour market analyst

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours
  • Usually work in offices
  • Need to be accurate, identify and solve problems and communicate well

Salary information

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$59K-$144K 59000

Typical tasks

  • Help businesses decide on investments
  • Analyse data to find financial patterns
  • Check risks before giving investment advice
  • Research market trends
  • Design and test financial models
  • Follow financial rules and laws
  • Create investment strategies for businesses
  • Review investment opportunities
  • Meet with clients to explain analysis

Outlook

Quantitative analysis is growing in importance as financial organisations use more data to understand markets, manage risk and make decisions. In New Zealand, the field is linked to banking, insurance, investment and financial technology, with global markets strongly influencing local work. Artificial intelligence, machine learning and faster data systems are expanding analytical tools, alongside stronger expectations for model risk management and responsible data use.

What employers and industry want in graduates

  • Strong maths, statistics and analytical thinking
  • Confidence using programming and data-analysis tools
  • Ability to build, test and explain financial models
  • Careful attention to data quality and model limitations
  • Understanding of financial markets, risk and regulation
  • Clear communication of complex findings to different audiences

AUT programmes

The above is a suggestion only and a starting point. You may need to meet other criteria or take additional steps to work in this career.

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