Solutions Analyst - Los Angeles, CA

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"I can be myself at work."
You are more than a job title. We want you to feel comfortable doing great work and bringing your best, authentic self to everything you do. We value your talents, traditions, and uniqueness—and we're committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging in a respectful workplace.

We intentionally seek diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, investing in a culture designed to celebrate differences. We believe that belonging leads to better outcomes and a stronger community of associates united by our mission. At Capital, we live our core values every day: Integrity, Client Focus, Diverse Perspectives, Long-Term Thinking, and Community.

"I can influence my income."
You want to feel recognized at work. Your performance will be reviewed annually, and your compensation will be designed to motivate and reward the value that you provide. You'll receive a competitive salary, bonuses and benefits. Your company-funded retirement contribution will factor in salary and variable pay, including bonuses.

"I can lead a full life."
You bring unique goals and interests to your job and your life. Whether you're raising a family, you're passionate about where you volunteer, or you want to explore different career paths, we'll give you the resources that can set you up for success.

• Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options
• Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love
• Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones

"I can succeed as a Solutions Analyst at Capital Group"

Capital Solutions Group (CSG) is the investment team responsible for performing research and making investment recommendations in support of Capital Group's multi-asset portfolio solutions effort. The multi-asset portfolio solutions include but are not limited to: Target Date Solutions, Model Portfolios, and Custom Solutions globally.

As a Solutions Analyst, you will join a team of collegial, honest, and intellectually rigorous researchers in Capital's investment organization.

"As a Solutions Analyst, you will contribute to the team in the following ways"

• Work in a team of Analysts, Portfolio Managers, Research Director, and Business Managers to deliver high-impact applied research in support of multi-asset portfolio-solutions platforms.
• Research, develop, and maintain relevant analytical frameworks and quantitative models.
• Contribute to and initiate foundational and portfolio-construction research that spans multiple portfolios and geographies, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Conduct in-depth quantitative and fundamental research across asset classes to support asset allocation, portfolio construction, and risk management.
• Contribute to the research and development of multi-asset solutions, which may include custom model portfolios, target date strategies, and guaranteed income solutions.
• Provide coverage as required across global public asset classes, including fixed income and/or alternatives (REITs, Commodities, etc).
• Assist in the development and implementation of quantitative asset-allocation and risk-modeling frameworks.
• Contribute to research on portfolio construction, portfolio customization at scale, and innovative asset-allocation techniques that balance quantitative methods with forward-looking fundamental insights.
• Support adoption of AI to enhance research workflows, improve decision-making efficiency, and explore how AI can be responsibly and effectively applied to investment research, including process improvement, data analysis, and model development.
• Contribute to research on the impact of regulation on investment behavior and implications for Solutions.
• Utilize industry publications, industry databases, internal proprietary databases, and additional internal resources as needed to compile research.
• Leverage and apply domain knowledge to thematic research topics.
• Identify new areas for research and find creative ways to solve problems as they apply to asset allocation and portfolio construction.
• Participate in development of proprietary data and technology platform efforts to support and enhance research processes in a collaborative environment.

"I am the person Capital Group is looking for"

• You possess 5–15 years of relevant investment experience, with the ability to hit the ground running.
• You bring a strong background in asset allocation and portfolio construction, combining quantitative modeling and fundamental analysis across multiple asset classes.
• Experience with insurance-linked products or annuity-based solutions is a strong plus.
• You have experience conducting research across global capital markets, including public equities, fixed income, and alternative investments.
• You have familiarity with active and passive investment strategies, as well as public and private assets and their use within multi-asset solutions. Knowledge of securitized products (ABS, CMBS), bank loans, REITs, commodities, and derivatives is a plus.
• You have worked in an institutional environment focused on multi-asset portfolio design, such as an asset manager, pension fund, insurance company, endowment, or investment consultant.
• You have experience with the asset allocation process and a solid understanding of risk models and portfolio-optimization techniques.
• You have in-depth, hands-on experience applying time-series analysis, portfolio theory, optimization, Monte Carlo simulation, and statistical modeling to investment problems.
• You understand and can balance quantitative rigor with forward-looking fundamental perspectives in investment research.
• You demonstrate the ability to develop investment recommendations and support assertions with relevant quantitative and qualitative data.
• You are a skilled communicator, able to engage with investment professionals, distill complex concepts into simple language, and deliver insights to diverse groups of associates.
• You have strong academic credentials with an advanced degree or other qualifications in finance, economics, econometrics, mathematics, or data science.
• You are proactive and collaborative, with the ability to work cross-functionally and contribute to the design and adoption of new analytical tools.
• You have a working knowledge, interest, and curiosity in AI, and how it can be thoughtfully and responsibly applied to investment research.
• Proficiency in Python, R, MATLAB, or similar analytical languages is a plus, as is familiarity with FactSet or Bloomberg.
• A strong quantitative background is preferred.
• Ability to learn rapidly and adapt to new challenges.

"I can apply in less than 4 minutes."
You've reviewed this job posting and you're ready to start the candidate journey with us. Apply now to move to the next step in our recruiting process. If this role isn't what you're looking for, check out our other opportunities and join our talent community.

"I Can Learn More About Capital Group."
At Capital Group, the success of the people who invest with us depends on the people in whom we invest. That's why we offer a culture, compensation and opportunities that empower our associates to build successful and prosperous careers. Through nine decades, our goal has been to improve people's lives through successful investing. We know that our history is a testament to the strength of the people we hire. More than 9,000 associates in 30+ offices around the world help our clients and each other grow and thrive every day. Find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and Glassdoor.‎

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In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital's annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings.
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• Temporary positions in the United States are excluded from the above mentioned compensation and benefit plans.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As equal opportunity employers, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.