AIMA Study Finds Strong Demand for Hedge Fund Personnel

There is intense hiring demand and increasing competition for talent in the hedge fund industry, according to a recent study by the Alternative Investment Management Association (AIMA). In 2021, AIMA surveyed senior-level hedge fund manager personnel about their firms’ anticipated hiring needs; employee recruiting and retention; staff devoted to responsible investing; development of quantitative capabilities and use of alternative data; diversity, equity and inclusion efforts; and the impact of the hybrid work environment. This article analyzes AIMA’s findings, with commentary from Drew Nicol, associate director, research and communications, at AIMA. See “Hedge Fund Industry Remains Agile and Resilient, According to Recent KPMG/AIMA Survey” (Oct. 8, 2020).

To read the full article

Continue reading your article with a HFLR subscription.