Administrative Assistant at Point72 (New York, NY)
Point72 · New York, NY·
Job description
JOB DESCRIPTION: Administrative Assistant, Cubist Systematic Strategies (New York)
About Cubist
Cubist Systematic Strategies is one of the world’s premier investment firms. The firm deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures, and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.
Role and Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and conference room booking, to multiple teams.
- Strategically partner with teams to alleviate workload and create efficiencies.
- Create, process, and track expense reports.
- Organize domestic and international travel arrangements.
- Assist with campus recruiting coordination, including travel arrangements, catering, swag, and other logistics.
- Help plan both individual team and larger Cubist-wide events.
- Provide coverage for other administrative team members as needed.
Desirable Candidates
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word required.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Ability to anticipate problems and effectively follow up.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in assessing and determining how to handle queries, calls and issues.
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, with strong attention to detail and a focus on operational excellence
- Commitment to the highest ethical standards
Why work at Point72
- Culture & structure: Flat, entrepreneurial organization where junior team members can make an immediate impact. Emphasis on mentorship, collaboration, and long‑term development.
- Work environment: Premium office spaces with amenities; hybrid/office‑based roles (specific policy varies by role and location). Most roles are based in firm offices.
- Benefits (generally include): Exceptional healthcare benefits, generous parental and family leave, supplemental retirement plans with employer match, tuition assistance.
- Engineering & quant culture: Cubist offers researchers, developers, and data specialists the chance to work on cutting‑edge problems in financial markets.
- Growth opportunities: Internal mobility, leadership development, and a strong track record of promoting from within. The firm invests heavily in learning (Academy, conferences, tuition reimbursement).
- Community and inclusion: Affinity groups, volunteer opportunities through Community Matters, and a dedicated Chief Inclusion and Engagement Officer.