Investment Analyst

Lensa; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks an Investment Analyst to support the management of its endowment. The role involves conducting in-depth analysis and research on investment opportunities, requiring strong analytical and Excel skills. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a degree in finance or a related field.

Qualifications

• 1+ years relevant experience in investment or finance roles.
• Ability to manage complex spreadsheets and performance reports.
• Demonstrated passion for financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Support management of NYU’s endowment through research and analysis.
• Conduct due diligence on external investment managers.
• Contribute to qualitative and quantitative portfolio research.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration

Job description

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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 DegreePreferred 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.

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Posting Number2025-14694

Posted Date4 weeks ago(5/6/2025 11:32 AM)

Location : LocationUS-NY-New York

Hybrid Remote Work ClassificationHybrid: 60% to 80% Onsite

DepartmentInvestment Office

School/DivisionInvestment Office (WS1296)

Compensation GradeBand 52

UnionN/A

FT/PTFull-Time

CategoryFinance/Real Estate/Procurement/Grant Management

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