Portfolio Manager

Mercor is hiring on behalf of a frontier AI investment lab pioneering the integration of machine learning, data analytics, and active portfolio management. The Lab blends quantitative research, fundamental analysis, and AI-powered modeling to identify market inefficiencies and consistently generate alpha. We’re seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager to lead investment strategy design, portfolio construction, and risk oversight within this cutting-edge environment where AI and human judgment converge.

Role Overview

As Portfolio Manager, you’ll be responsible for developing, executing, and managing investment strategies supported by advanced AI tools and a world-class research team. This is a 20–30 hrs/week opportunity suited for experienced PMs who want to leverage AI-driven insights while maintaining autonomy and work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute portfolio strategies that integrate both fundamental and AI-generated insights.

• Manage portfolio construction, optimization, and risk analytics to ensure consistent performance.

• Monitor and analyze 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 a culture of analytical rigor and innovation.

• Communicate investment outlooks, performance updates, and strategy rationale to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in investment management, including 5+ years as a 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.

• Skilled in Bloomberg, FactSet, and portfolio analytics tools; familiarity with Python, R, or quant methods preferred.

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills; collaborative, data-driven mindset.

• CFA, MBA, or equivalent quantitative background strongly preferred.

Why Join

• Gain exposure to AI-assisted investing, working alongside engineers, quants, and researchers.

• Help shape next-generation portfolio strategies that blend human intuition with machine intelligence.

• Opportunity to mentor emerging analysts and influence how AI transforms asset management.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

• You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
• This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
• Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
• Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
• Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
• Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train frontier models using human expertise. You will work on projects that focus on training and enhancing AI systems. You will be paid competitively, collaborate with leading researchers, and help shape the next generation of AI systems in your area of expertise.