Business Development – Business Services – Analyst

About AQR Capital Management

AQR is a global investment management firm built at the intersection of financial theory and practical application. We strive to deliver superior, long-term results for our clients by looking past market noise to identify and isolate what matters most, and by developing ideas that stand up to rigorous testing. Our focus on practical insights and analysis has made us leaders in alternative and traditional strategies since 1998.

At AQR, our employees share a common spirit of academic excellence, intellectual honesty, and an unwavering commitment to seeking the truth. We’re determined to know what makes financial markets tick – and we’ll ask every question and challenge every assumption. We recognize and respect the power of collaboration and believe transparency and openness to new ideas leads to innovation.

The Team

AQR Capital Management is looking for an exceptionally talented individual with 3-5 years of experience to join our BD Services team as an analyst. 

The BD Services team serves a core function within AQR’s Business Development group by supporting sales and client service efforts. The primary responsibility of the role is to partner with Product Specialists and Business Development team members to create and maintain standardized presentation materials for use in client and prospect meetings. A successful candidate operates independently as well as in a team environment and is proactive and creative about problem solving.

Your Role

• Partner with stakeholder teams to create standard as well as customized client content across all product and vehicle types
• Gather and analyze client portfolio data using internal and external applications
• Apply and format data to produce materials for internal and external purposes
• Coordinate projects and ensure timelines are adhered to
• Maintain a commitment to quality and attention to detail in a timely manner
• Partner with senior professionals and teams across the organization to improve processes
• Communicate with all levels of staff in a professional manner
• Foster a sense of teamwork, assisting others when needed

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree, with a preferred concentration in finance
• 2-4 years of experience in financial services, asset management background is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Strong organization and detail-oriented skillset
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Seismic and SQL knowledge is a plus

Who You Are

• Enjoys working independently as well as within a team
• Determined to learn AQR’s suite of product offerings and complex financial models
• Ability to navigate in a fast-paced environment, with frequent shifts in priorities as business needs change
• Collaborate with colleagues across various teams and departments
• Well-organized with the ability to multi-task and work within tight timeframes
• Goal-oriented, demonstrate a sense of personal growth and accountability
• Strong sense of integrity, consistent with AQR’s values and core principles

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of projects and cross-functional deliverables for Business Development - Business Services - Analyst.
• Collaborate closely with departmental peers and stakeholders to ensure seamless operational continuity.
• Monitor core performance KPIs, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and implement optimization protocols.
• Champion high quality standards, peer reviews, and comprehensive team documentation.