Research Associate

Alan Biller

$70K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance or Business
  • CFA preferred; willing to pursue if not completed
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in institutional investments
  • Working knowledge of investment strategies and capital markets
  • Proficient with Excel and financial systems (e.g. eVestment, HFR, MPI)
  • Experience with portfolio analytics using Barclays Point, Factset, or Bloomberg
  • Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis on investment strategies
  • Perform due diligence through data analysis, conference calls, and on-site visits
  • Assess manager performance and analyze risk and return drivers
  • Collaborate closely with team members to achieve investment goals

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Group life and short/long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Flexible 'take what you need' time off policy
  • Reimbursement for work-related certifications like CFA, CAIA, and CIPM
Full Job Description
We are seeking Research Associates to assist Analysts on a broad range of asset classes, including public equities, fixed income, private equity, private debt, infrastructure, and commercial real estate. The ideal candidate is seeking a robust experience in institutional portfolio construction and manager research.

Responsibilities:
  • Qualitative and quantitative analysis to assess investment strategies
  • Due diligence includes data analysis, manager conference calls, on-site visits, and write-ups
  • Analyze manager performance to determine the drivers of risk and return, alpha composition, and the robustness of the strategy in various market environments
  • Work collaboratively with team members


Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance or Business
  • CFA preferred and a desire to pursue the designation if not completed
  • Three years (or more) of relevant experience, especially in institutional investments
  • Working knowledge of investment strategies and capital markets
  • Proficient with Excel and financial information systems (e.g. eVestment, HFR, MPI)
  • Experience with portfolio analytics/attribution through Barclays Point, Factset, or Bloomberg
  • Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Detail oriented and ability to synthesize data and make deductive decisions.
  • Excellent communication skills - written, verbal and presentation skills for internal/external audiences as well as strong listening and questioning skills
  • Robust organizational skills and ability to work effectively under pressure
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills and work ethic
  • Willingness to take initiative, exercise independent judgment and act decisively


Benefits:
We offer a full complement of benefits including medical, dental, vision, group life, short and long-term disability, 401(k), a "take what you need" time off policy and reimbursement of expenses for work related certifications such as CFA, CAIA and CIPM.

In determining the base salary, relevant and number of years' experience are considered.

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