Data Science (Python) Quant Analyst

Our client Global Investment Management Firm Data Science & Analytics (DSA) – Analyst (Quant) - Associate for a Full Time role 4 days onsite / 1 day remote in their Park Avenue, New York offices Salary: $95–100K base / 10–15% bonus Level: Analyst, Data Science & Analytics This role Reports to: MD, DSA & Executive Director, AI & Business Analysis (AI Lead) you will be working directly with: MDs, Bankers, AI Business Analysts, Data Scientists, IT Developers, Business Management, Product/Technology Teams across Global organization seeking Data Science & Analytics Analyst (Python/SQL) passionate about applying quantitative methods to solve real business problems and shaping the future of data-driven advisory, seeking a technically strong Data Science & Analytics Analyst who thrives at the intersection of analytics, financial services, and execution. Requres strong quantitative instincts, sound coding skills, and an interest in using data science, machine learning, and AI to support client-facing work and the firm's broader internal AI platform. The role is expected to support client work first, while also contributing to reusable internal capabilities, models, tooling, and workflows over time. As a Data Science & Analytics Analyst, you will work closely with senior team members, bankers, and business partners to analyze data, build models, structure datasets, and generate insights that improve decision-making, productivity, and client outcomes. You should be comfortable moving from problem definition to analysis to model development to clear communication of results. Firm is expanding its data science and AI capabilities to better support client delivery, banker productivity, and scalable internal innovation. Firm's vision is to build practical, high-impact analytical and AI capabilities that create measurable value. To achieve this, we need an Analyst who can: Apply rigorous quantitative methods to client and business problems Build, test, and refine models and analytical assets using structured and unstructured data Translate data into clear findings, recommendations, and decision support Contribute to internal AI and analytics capabilities that can scale across teams Key Responsibilities Quantitative Analysis & Modeling Perform rigorous statistical analysis, exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, and model development across a range of client-facing and internal use cases Build and refine predictive, classification, segmentation, NLP, and other analytical models using structured and unstructured datasets Evaluate model performance, document assumptions, and support model validation and testing Use Python, SQL, and related tools to extract, clean, transform, and analyze data efficiently and accurately Develop repeatable analytical approaches and reusable code that improve quality, speed, and consistency Client Delivery Support Support senior team members in delivering analytical workstreams tied to client mandates, strategic analyses, and business development initiatives Help frame business questions into analytical hypotheses, required data inputs, and model approaches Prepare analyses, visualizations, and outputs that can be translated into clear client-ready materials Work with bankers and internal stakeholders to refine requirements, validate findings, and improve usability of outputs Contribute to high-priority, time-sensitive analyses in support of live deal, strategic, and sector work AI & Internal Platform Contribution Contribute to the development of internal AI and analytics assets, including reusable workflows, data pipelines, prompts, evaluation approaches, and model-enabled tools Support the testing and refinement of AI-enabled workflows tied to knowledge retrieval, summarization, classification, and productivity enhancement Help identify opportunities to reuse client-facing analytical patterns within the firm's internal AI build Partner with engineering and business teams to move analytical solutions from prototype to practical usage Measurement, Governance, and Controls Document methodologies, data sources, model logic, and outputs in a clear and auditable manner Support adherence to internal standards related to model governance, data quality, explainability, and information security Assist in defining success metrics for analytical solutions, including accuracy, time saved, quality lift, and business impact Help maintain disciplined testing, issue tracking, and version control across analytical work Ways of Working Operate with strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a high bar for analytical quality Collaborate effectively across data science, business analysis, technology, and business stakeholders Learn quickly, absorb context fast, and contribute across multiple workstreams at once Stay current on emerging techniques in machine learning, analytics, and AI relevant to financial services Education Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field Master's degree is a plus, but not required Experience 2 years of experience in data science, analytics, quantitative consulting, financial services, experience in investment banking, financial services, consulting, or a similarly demanding environment is preferred Experience supporting client-facing analytical work is a plus Core Skills Strong quantitative, statistical, and problem-solving capabilities Ability to structure ambiguous questions into analytical workplans Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical findings to non-technical audiences High attention to detail and ability to deliver under tight timelines AI, Data, and Technical Skills required Experience with Python and SQL Strong statistical analysis skills Familiarity with common data science libraries and workflows for analysis, modeling, and visualization Exposure to machine learning (ML) techniques such as regression, classification, clustering, time series, optimization, or NLP Familiarity with working across structured and unstructured datasets Interested in applying quantitative methods to real commercial and client outcomes Preffered skills Exposure to LLMs, prompt design, retrieval workflows, or AI tooling is a plus Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tools is a plus Familiarity with Git, notebook-based development, and sound coding/documentation practices is preferred PS must currently reside in the NY metro area must have a valid Work Permit for the Permanent employement J-18808-Ljbffr