New York University

Investment Analyst

New York University$112K — $137K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
  • 1+ years of experience in investment companies, banks, endowments, or similar roles.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills essential for performance analysis.
  • Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel, particularly for complex data management.
  • Detail-oriented with effective problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Support due diligence on external investment managers to inform decisions.
  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative research across portfolio and asset classes.
  • Analyze existing investments for performance and risk assessment.
  • Create and maintain complex spreadsheets and performance reports.
  • Collaborate with team members and external parties for credibility building.

Benefits

  • Commitment to sustainability and carbon neutrality by 2040.
  • Diverse and inclusive workplace with Equal Opportunity Employer status.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Investment Analyst will work closely with the Investment Office team to support the management of New York University's endowment. Provide critical due diligence, research, and analysis across prospective and existing external investment managers to support the investment decision-making process. Contribute to qualitative and quantitative research at the portfolio, asset class, and manager level.

Qualifications

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Required Experience:
1+ years relevant experience, including experience at an investment company, bank, endowment, foundation, investment office, or related experience.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Demonstrated passion for financial markets and investing. Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions. Demonstrated ability to create and maintain complex spreadsheets, performance reports, and other documentation that inform investment decisions. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and reasoning skills; attention to detail; strong oral and written communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. High ethical standards and integrity, including the ability to maintain and work with confidential or proprietary information. Ability to be solutions-oriented, proactive, self-motivated, and accountable for work product. Strong interpersonal qualities necessary to build credibility within the department, with University colleagues, and with representatives of external managers and service providers. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to work in a high volume, deadline-driven, and results-driven environment.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Financial modeling skills and general knowledge of portfolio theory, capital markets, and alternative investments (e.g. private equity or hedge funds).

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $112,500.00 to USD $137,500.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.

About New York University

New York University (NYU) is a private research university based in New York City. Founded in 1831, NYU is one of the largest private universities in the United States, with a total enrollment of over 50,000 students across its various campuses. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, including business, law, medicine, and the arts. NYU is known for its strong academic programs, world-class faculty, and diverse student body. The university has a long history of innovation and has been at the forefront of many important developments in fields such as finance, technology, and the arts.
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