WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.
WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.
Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.
The Role: We are seeking one Office Operations Associate for our research office in Shanghai. The successful candidate will be in charge of daily office operations, assist with HR operations as well as recruiting related tasks when needed.
- Research, propose, carry out and evaluate office initiatives including but not limited to employee engagement, benefits, team building activities towards corporate values and vibrant culture;
- Responsible for daily office administrative tasks including hosting senior managers or visitors from international offices, coordinating with building management or external suppliers to ensure the smooth office daily operations;
- Monitor, control, and procurement of office and pantry supplies;
- Support various HR operations tasks including background check, onboarding and offboarding procedures, etc.;
- Assist in campus recruiting activities in mainland China and Hong Kong SAR; including but not limited to promote recruitment job openings; coordinate in-office or on-campus events, test and interviews; manage recruitment and candidate database.
- Other tasks assigned by director or senior managers.
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree with demonstrated ability in related field e.g. office operations, office administrations, HR operations, campus recruitment, or project management
- Proficient in English and comfortable with using English as working language
- Sound computer literacy, such as MS Office tool kits
- Strong problem-solving skills, flexible and agile to different tasks
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Positive work attitude, great teammate with strong communication and interpersonal skills
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package
- A strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events
- Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people
- Develop a global vision with opportunities to exchange ideas with various teams in WorldQuant global offices
- Employee resources groups with strong diversity and inclusion culture
- Comfortable working environment, and rich employee activities
This position is based in Shanghai, China.
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