Hedge Fund Manager Jobs

Hedge Fund Manager jobs are open across asset management, private equity, family offices, and institutional investing, at every level from analyst-track to managing director, with specializations in long/short equity, macro strategy, and quantitative portfolio management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles35
Top stateNew York
Top employerSS&C
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type82% Hybrid
Top industryInvestment

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Hedge Fund Accountant I
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Hedge Fund Accountant I
Stone Coast Fund Services
Portland, Maine
Accounting
Audit
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$54k - $56k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Hedge Fund Accountant I - June 2027
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Hedge Fund Accountant I - June 2027
Stone Coast Fund Services
Portland, Maine
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$54k - $56k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Senior Associate, Hedge Fund Accounting
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Senior Associate, Hedge Fund Accounting
SS&C
Denver, Colorado
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$60k - $130k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Manager, Hedge Fund Accounting
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Manager, Hedge Fund Accounting
SS&C
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Project Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
$115k - $165k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Senior Associate, Hedge Fund Accounting
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Senior Associate, Hedge Fund Accounting
SS&C
Boston, Massachusetts
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Customer Support
$50k - $115k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Hedge Fund Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

SS&C6 open roles
IQ-EQ4 open roles
SEI Investments4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Accounting & Auditing

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in hedge fund manager jobs.

  • CFA designation or equivalent advanced credential in finance or investment management
  • Demonstrated portfolio management experience with measurable risk-adjusted returns
  • Proficiency in Bloomberg Terminal, FactSet, or comparable institutional data platforms
  • Deep knowledge of derivatives, leverage structures, and risk management frameworks
  • Series 65 or Series 7 licensing as required by regulatory mandate
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related quantitative field

Tips for Your Hedge Fund Manager Job Search

Tailor your resume to fund strategy

Hedge fund hiring committees screen by strategy fit before anything else. Rewrite your resume to front-load the specific strategy you trade or manage, whether that's global macro, event-driven, or systematic equity, so it matches the fund's stated mandate.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists hedge fund manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Quantify every performance claim precisely

Funds expect Sharpe ratios, drawdown numbers, and gross versus net returns on your attribution summary. Vague language like 'strong performance' gets filtered out fast. Put auditable figures next to every strategy you managed or contributed to.

Target funds by AUM and structure

A $200 million single-manager fund and a $10 billion multi-strat allocate differently and hire for different skill sets. Research a fund's assets under management, number of portfolio managers, and lock-up structure before applying so your pitch matches what they actually need.

Prepare a live investment thesis for interviews

Most hedge fund interview processes include a stock pitch or macro trade idea evaluated in real time. Have a fully built, current thesis ready with entry rationale, position sizing logic, and a defined exit, not just a summary slide you memorized.

Negotiate carry terms before base salary

At the manager level, carried interest or profit-sharing terms often matter more than base pay over a multi-year horizon. Understand the fund's watermark reset policies and hurdle rates before the final offer conversation so you can negotiate the right variables.

Hedge Fund Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most hedge fund managers?

SS&C, IQ-EQ, and SEI Investments are hiring the most hedge fund managers right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Massachusetts, and Maine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to increase around annual performance cycles when funds reconfigure their portfolio management teams.

How many hedge fund manager jobs are remote?

About 100% of hedge fund manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on oversight most funds require from senior investment personnel. Risk monitoring, investor relations, and research-focused roles within the manager function are most likely to carry flexible or hybrid arrangements.

How do you become a hedge fund manager?

Most hedge fund managers begin in investment banking, equity research, or asset management, building deep sector knowledge and trade execution skills before moving into a portfolio management role. Earning a CFA, completing a graduate program in finance, and cultivating a documented investment track on your own or within a fund are the most common progression paths. Relationships built during early-career roles frequently open the door to PM seats.

Can you get hired as a hedge fund manager with little experience?

Direct portfolio management seats are almost never offered to candidates without several years of relevant investment experience, but analyst and associate roles at hedge funds are a recognized stepping stone. Demonstrating a well-documented personal investment thesis, proficiency with institutional tools like Bloomberg, and a CFA in progress can make early-career candidates competitive for feeder roles that lead to manager-level responsibility.

What does the hedge fund manager interview process look like?

The process typically runs in three to five stages: an initial call with a recruiter or chief operating officer, a technical screen covering accounting, valuation, or derivatives depending on the fund's strategy, a formal investment pitch where you present and defend a live trade idea, and final-round meetings with senior partners or the investment committee. Some funds add a timed modeling exercise or a written investment memo between stages.

Where can I find and apply to hedge fund manager jobs?

You can find and apply to hedge fund manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that fit your strategy focus and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

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