Investment Manager jobs in United States

Deliver impact across equity, debt & portfolio with a mission-led team. Join a fund unlocking billions to drive UK net zero and growth goals.

The National Wealth Fund has a mandate to mobilise £27.8bn of capital to accelerate investment in clean energy, transport, digital infrastructure, water, and waste. With a mission to reduce carbon emissions and stimulate local economic growth, the Fund blends public purpose with private sector rigour, offering a unique platform for professionals to make a lasting impact.

We are hiring across three key roles:

• Assistant Director - Equity (Banking & Investments) — Salary: £90,000 - £130,000
• Assistant Director - Portfolio Management — Salary: £90,000 - £120,000
• Manager - Portfolio Management — Salary: £60,000 - £80,000

Role responsibilities include leading bespoke private equity transactions, collaborating with co-investors, driving due diligence and investment approvals, managing and enhancing the portfolio, risk mitigation, and contributing to portfolio systems. The roles require deep experience in equity investments (including early-stage and high-growth transactions) and expertise across debt structuring, refinancing, credit analysis, and equity fund management to structure deals using a full suite of financial products.

Asset class: Preferred experience across Climate Change, Green Steel, Wind, Solar, Carbon Storage, Battery Storage, Hydrogen, et al.

Private Equity Experience: Transaction experience of products relevant to NWF's offering, including equity, equity funds, fixed and floating loans, guarantees (including inflation-linked debt guarantees), debt structuring, credit analysis, and monitoring/management activities.

We are looking for individuals with:

• Proven experience in investment, lending, or asset management.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Commercial acumen and the ability to navigate complex transactions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Private Equity Experience: Transaction experience of products relevant to NWF's offering, including equity, equity funds, fixed and floating loans, guarantees (including inflation-linked debt guarantees), debt structuring, credit analysis, and monitoring/management activities.
• Sector experience in infrastructure, energy, transport, or related fields is highly desirable.

Private Equity Experience: Transaction experience of products relevant to NWF's offering, including equity, equity funds, fixed and floating loans, guarantees (including inflation-linked debt guarantees), debt structuring, credit analysis, and monitoring/management activities.

• Salary Range: £60,000 - £130,000 depending on role and experience.
• Bonus: Up to 3 months' salary based on performance.
• Flexible Benefits: 10% of salary (up to £15k) to tailor your package.
• Pension: Up to 20% employer contribution.
• Annual Leave: 30 days plus buy/sell options.
• Hybrid Working: Minimum 3 days/week in Leeds office.
• Additional Perks: Sabbatical leave, volunteering days, professional development support, and cutting-edge tech setup.

This is a unique chance to advance your career in investing and portfolio management within the public sector. If you are based in or near Leeds and meet the criteria, we encourage you to apply today!