A global investment management firm dedicated to delivering results through a systematic, research-driven approach.
Overall Median Salary
$200,000
Pay Philosophy
AQR emphasizes a meritocratic, research-driven culture where compensation is closely tied to individual performance and the firm's overall investment success.
Quantitative Researcher
Software Engineer
Investment Analyst
Estimates based on industry benchmarks for quantitative asset management firms as of 2024.
Competitive base salary, performance-based annual bonuses, comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development stipends.
AQR is a private firm; equity-like compensation is typically structured through deferred compensation plans and profit-sharing arrangements rather than public stock options.
Bridgewater Associates
Salaries are generally competitive with top-tier hedge funds, though total compensation packages at AQR are often more heavily weighted toward performance-based bonuses.
Two Sigma
AQR offers comparable base salaries for quantitative roles, though firms like Two Sigma may offer higher equity-based incentives due to different ownership structures.
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