The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc

Assistant Investment Analyst

Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience in credit research, fixed income, investment banking, or related fields.
  • Strong academic background; preference for a degree in finance, accounting, economics or quantitative fields.
  • Proficient in financial statement analysis and accounting principles.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and familiarity with AI/data analytics tools; knowledge of Bloomberg or Capital IQ is a plus.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently while fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Intellectually curious and independent thinker with a passion for investing.
  • Progress toward CFA designation is respected but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Build and update detailed financial models in Excel for various sectors.
  • Monitor news and sector trends that may impact coverage companies' outlook.
  • Prepare credit presentations for portfolio managers and clients alongside senior analysts.
  • Formulate and present investment recommendations with senior analysts' guidance.
  • Utilize internal systems to craft credit recommendation updates.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package include medical and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continued education support.
  • Flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Assistant Investment Analyst

Hartford Investment Management Company (HIMCO) has been providing investment advice for over 45 years. With over 140 investment professionals and approximately $120 billion in assets under management across the public fixed income, equity and private markets, we deliver tailored strategies to insurance, sub-advisory and other institutional clients (as of June 30, 2026).

Our investment philosophy is centered on the belief that markets often overreact and risk can become mispriced. Identifying and exploiting these relative-value opportunities can be key to delivering consistent, risk-adjusted returns.

Overview of Position:

HIMCO is seeking an Assistant Investment Analyst to join the Public Credit Research team. This individual will support two senior fixed income analysts covering both Investment Grade and High Yield issuers.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Financial Modeling - Use financial information to build/update detailed financial models (in Excel) for companies in various sectors as well as comparable company/relative value analysis.
  • Assist analysts in monitoring company and industry news as well as changes in sector trends that may affect the fundamental outlook of coverage companies.
  • Assist senior analysts in preparing credit presentations for PMs and internal/external clients.
  • Assist senior analysts in formulating and presenting investment recommendations.
  • Assist senior analysts in preparing credit recommendation updates utilizing internal systems and processes.


Qualifications:
  • 1+ years of relevant experience in credit research/fixed income, investment banking, equity research, accounting, corporate finance, or related investment role.
  • Strong academic background; preference for bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or quantitative (STEM) field
  • Strong accounting and financial statement analysis skills
  • Strong Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, Powerpoint) and AI/data analytics skills. Knowledge of Bloomberg, Capital IQ or other financial statement data vendor a plus.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing towards a culture of collaboration
  • Independent thinker; intellectually curious, with a passion for investing.
  • Progress toward CFA designation or willingness to pursue CFA is a plus but not required.
  • Depending on experience, position title will be either Senior Investment Analyst, Investment Analyst, or Assistant Investment Analyst


As a condition of your employment for HIMCO, you will be required to affirm to HIMCO's Code of Ethics and understand that you will be required to comply with the disclosure of accounts, holdings and pre-clearance of trades for the accounts of you and your household family members as more fully described in the Code of Ethics Key Points. If you will be deemed to be a "Covered Associate" under HIMCO's Pay to Play Policy, you will also need to disclose all political contributions that you have given within the past 2 calendar years.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$80,062 - $94,938

About The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc

The Hartford is an industry leading provider of property and casualty insurance, group benefits and mutual funds. Throughout our rich history of more than 200 years, countless businesses and individuals, including Robert E. Lee, Abraham Lincoln and Babe Ruth, have turned to our company for protection. The Hartford celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2010.

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Join the esteemed team at The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., a leader in investment and insurance, where we offer more than just job opportunities—we provide a platform for professional growth and innovation. As one of the most respected names in the financial services industry, The Hartford is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, leadership, and continuous development.

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Learn more about The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc
Size
18,500 employees
Market Cap
$24.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.7 billion
Founded
1810
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$20.5 billion
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