Shanshan Qian, Cfa, Frm
About Shanshan Qian, Cfa, Frm
Shanshan Qian is the Vice President of Alternative Investments at Arch Capital Group Ltd., with over 20 years of investment experience across private and public markets. She holds both a CFA charter and a GARP FRM certificate, and has previously held positions at Ambac, PMI Group, and Moody's Investors Service.
Current Role at Arch Capital Group
Shanshan Qian serves as the Vice President of Alternative Investments at Arch Capital Group Ltd. since 2020. In this role, she focuses on portfolio construction, capital allocation, and portfolio monitoring and management. Her position is based in New York, New York, where she leverages her extensive experience in investment strategies to enhance the firm's alternative investment offerings.
Previous Experience at Arch Insurance Group
Prior to her current role, Shanshan Qian worked at Arch Insurance Group Inc. as an Investment Portfolio Risk Manager and Alternative Investment Researcher from 2012 to 2019. During her seven years there, she contributed to the management of investment risks and conducted research on alternative investment opportunities, further developing her expertise in the field.
Career Background in Finance
Shanshan Qian has over 20 years of investment experience across both private and public markets. She held the position of Vice President of Quantitative Strategies at Ambac from 2008 to 2012 and served as Assistant Vice President of Structured and Reinsurance Underwriting at PMI Group from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, she worked at Moody's Investors Service as an Assistant Vice President and Analyst from 1997 to 2004.
Education and Professional Certifications
Shanshan Qian earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Rochester - Simon Business School, completing her studies from 1995 to 1997. She holds both the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) certification from GARP, reflecting her commitment to professional development and expertise in finance.
Expertise in Investment Strategies
Shanshan Qian possesses strong expertise in manager and fund due diligence and selection. Her specialization includes portfolio construction, capital allocation, and portfolio monitoring and management, which are critical components in the management of alternative investments. Her extensive background equips her with the skills necessary to navigate complex investment landscapes.