Portfolio Manager at Mercor

Portfolio Manager | $150/hr | Remote in US | 20-30 hrs/week

Join a frontier AI investment lab pioneering the integration of machine learning, data analytics, and active portfolio management. This flexible, part-time role offers experienced Portfolio Managers the opportunity to lead investment strategy design and portfolio construction in a cutting-edge environment where AI and human judgment converge.

Role Overview

As Portfolio Manager, you'll develop, execute, and manage investment strategies supported by advanced AI tools and a world-class research team. This remote opportunity (20–30 hours per week) is ideal for experienced PMs seeking to leverage AI-driven insights while maintaining autonomy and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute portfolio strategies integrating fundamental and AI-generated insights
• Manage portfolio construction, optimization, and risk analytics to ensure consistent performance
• Monitor portfolio attribution, exposures, and performance metrics across asset classes
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to refine quantitative models and signals
• Lead and mentor analysts, fostering analytical rigor and innovation
• Communicate investment outlooks, performance updates, and strategy rationale to stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in investment management, including 5+ years as lead or co-Portfolio Manager
• Proven track record of alpha generation and strong risk-adjusted performance
• Expertise in portfolio optimization, asset allocation, and factor analysis
• Proficiency with Bloomberg, FactSet, and portfolio analytics tools
• Familiarity with Python, R, or quantitative methods preferred
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills with a collaborative, data-driven mindset
• CFA, MBA, or equivalent quantitative background strongly preferred

Why Join

• Flexible 20–30 hour weekly schedule ideal for high-impact, part-time engagement
• Exposure to AI-assisted investing alongside engineers, quants, and researchers
• Shape next-generation portfolio strategies blending human intuition with machine intelligence
• Work remotely with a global team driving innovation at the intersection of finance and frontier technology
• Mentor emerging analysts and influence how AI transforms asset management