Hedge Fund Job Culture

July 20, 2009

By investment banking standards, a hedge fund culture and schedule looks pretty tame. Almost 90% work between 40-60 hours per week and enjoy an excellent “work-life balance” according to the most recent Job Search Digest Hedge Fund Compensation Survey. Those who are drawn to working in hedge funds generally enjoy the public markets and making […]

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Other Resources for Your Hedge Fund Job Search

July 15, 2009

BLOGS AND COMMUNITIES AllAboutAlpha.com is an online strategic information service for the asset management and hedge fund industries.  Like a research firm, we immerse ourselves in the latest academic research, scan the headlines and provide subscribers with what we think they need to know as the asset management industry enters a period of rapid evolution.  […]

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Tools to Help Your Hedge Fund Job Search

July 13, 2009

ONLINE RESOURCES Reuters HedgeWorld is the hedge fund industry’s leading news, research and analysis source for individual and institutional accredited investors and their professional advisers, fund managers and service providers in the global hedge fund industry. http://www.lipperhedgeworld.com/ FINAlternatives FINalternatives is the premier, independent source for news on the alternative investment industry. The seasoned reporters at […]

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Tips for Working with Recruiters

July 8, 2009

Recruiters can be a valuable resource for you, and not only for jobs. Top recruiters can often provide insights about where you are in your career path, your compensation levels, and how to address conflicts or challenges within a firm. They have met with and interviewed hundreds of hedge fund professionals and have a wealth […]

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Working with Hedge Fund Recruiters

July 6, 2009

In addition to using online job sites and personal networking, another resource that will pay off in your hedge fund job search is working with executive recruiters. The best recruiters know people at many of the top hedge funds and often hear about job opportunities that are not revealed publicly. Cultivate relationships with one or […]

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Networking within the Hedge Fund Industry

July 1, 2009

Informational interviews are another excellent way to expand your network and uncover hidden opportunities. Research and identify a dozen or more prime brokerage firms, fund administrators and at least 30 hedge fund analysts or portfolio managers to contact. Make sure your resume is airtight and your personal introduction is down pat. You will want to […]

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Networking for a Hedge Fund Job

June 29, 2009

If there was ever an industry where “who you know” matters as much as what you know, hedge funds would be it. In addition to a passion and track record in investing and a stellar resume, you’ll need a solid network of contacts to uncover that elusive hedge fund job. Start with your personal contacts, […]

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