Among the many fulfilling aspects of my work, the best moments come from witnessing the tangible impact of my analyses and the utility of the tools I create for my colleagues and the company at large.
Before I joined LaSalle, I was employed as a Research Associate at University College London (UCL), on a large project for international trade when the itch for a new professional challenge began. When I saw a LinkedIn posting for a position within LaSalle’s Research team, I researched the company and was very impressed. I decided to apply for the position. This marked the beginning of an enlightening decade-long journey with the company.
I began as an Associate armed with quantitative knowledge and the drive to learn, heading into an unfamiliar industry. The initial years were a steep climb, replete with new terms and immense learning. My role evolved from undertaking research assignments to contributing to company-wide projects. Today, I work with the North America Research, Asset Management, Portfolio Teams and IC, endeavoring to understand the blueprint of our investment performance, as well as supporting the deployment of existing and new investment strategies.
Among the many fulfilling aspects of my work, the best moments come from witnessing the tangible impact of my analyses and the utility of the tools I create for my colleagues and the company at large. The sense of contribution, collaboration and participation in the company’s success is immensely gratifying.
One defining moment that stands out has been my move to the US. It was a step that expanded my boundaries, placing me far from my comfort zone. It gave me the opportunity to connect with colleagues in crucial North American positions and contribute to significant business initiatives. The experience significantly heightened my confidence and reaffirmed my value as a professional.
Looking back, my career path has been marked by two transformative crossroads that significantly shaped my professional and personal trajectory. Initially, I worked as a Civil Environmental Engineer in an urban planning role in Italy. A desire for wider horizons led me to resign from that position and spend a few months in the US during my PhD studies, a move that eventually saw me relocating to the UK. There, I shifted gears into quantitative research in international trade at UCL. The final and most precipitous change came when I seized the opportunity to join LaSalle. This represented a new chapter in my career, diversifying my path yet retaining the same foundational elements. While these roles seem disparate, they all revolved around a common denominator – my passion for deciphering the complexities of the world through data and models, my desire for new knowledge, and the rewarding experiences I’ve gained from collaboration with innovative, talented individuals and industry-leading organizations.
Simone’s career path
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