Investment Officer, Responsible Investing

Office of the New York City Comptroller; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government organization is seeking an Investment Officer for its Responsible Investing program, focusing on oversight of investments for New York City pension systems. The role involves qualitative and quantitative analysis, preparing investment recommendations, and managing existing investment portfolios. Candidates should have a relevant graduate degree and substantial experience in investment management, particularly with diverse managers. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to impact the financial health of New York City.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in investment management or asset management.
• Exposure to diverse managers or responsible investing.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing investments for the Responsible Investing program.
• Conduct due diligence on investment opportunities.
• Prepare investment recommendations and analyze portfolio performance.

Skills

Financial principles

Investment analysis

Quantitative analysis

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate degree in finance, economics, accounting, or related field

BS/BA degree in mentioned fields

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Investment Officer, Responsible Investing

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The New York City Comptroller’s Office works to promote the financial health, integrity, and effectiveness of New York City government, in order to strengthen trust, secure a thriving future for all New Yorkers, and build a more just, equitable, and resilient city. Led by an independently elected citywide official, the comptroller’s office provides checks and balances needed to hold City government accountable for budgeting wisely, investing responsibly, operating efficiently, acting fairly, living up to its obligations and promises, and paying attention to the long-term challenges we face together.

The Bureau of Asset Management is responsible for oversight of the investment portfolios of the five New York City pension systems. Through a culture of collaboration, individual development, and teamwork that leverages diverse talent and strives for continuous improvement, the goal of the Bureau of Asset Management is to achieve exceptional investment outcomes for all stakeholders; to deliver outstanding support to plan Trustees; and to serve as a responsible steward of the resources of plan beneficiaries and the City of New York.

The Investment Officer will assist in overseeing the investment activity for the Responsible Investing program for the five New York City pension systems. The Investment Officer will report to the DCIO and Head of Responsible Investing.

Under the supervision of the DCIO and Head of Responsible Investing, responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supporting the identification, review and evaluation of prospective investment opportunities primarily focused on ETIs and diverse managers; conducting due diligence on investment opportunities;
• Performing technical and quantitative analyses of track records and summarizing due diligence findings in investment recommendation memoranda for internal Investment Committee and Boards of Trustees;
• Preparing and presenting investment recommendations to internal Investment Committee;
• Monitoring and managing the portfolio of existing investments to ensure compliance with the terms of the limited partnership agreement and other contracts and expectations; updating internal database of existing investments; analyzing the performance of existing investments; conducting financial and technical analyses; preparing presentations used in annual implementation and strategic plans;
• Reviewing legal documents and assisting the investment team, legal team, and external consultants in negotiating terms and conditions of new investment agreements and other related contracts;
• Reviewing and making recommendations on amendment requests, consent notices, and other contract changes; participating in limited partner advisory committee meetings, annual meetings and quarterly update calls; writing investment update reports, briefing memoranda and meeting summaries;
• Performing related assignments or special projects as may be required such as updating database of diverse managers, assisting with planning, attending and possibly presenting at annual Diverse and Emerging Manager Conference, assist with peer inquiries and industry research regarding due diligence software, assist with quarterly peer virtual calls.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
  
  

INVESTMENT MANAGER (COMPTROLLE - 95611

Minimum Qualifications

• A graduate degree from an accredited college or university with major studies in finance, economics, accounting, or business, or a related field and three (3) or more years of full-time experience in investment management/asset management in a financial services organization, with considerable exposure to diverse managers or responsible investing sourcing and diligencing; or,
• BS/BA degree from an accredited college in the fields mentioned in “1” above and five (5) or more years of progressively responsible full-time professional experience as described above; or,
• A satisfactory equivalent of education and experience mentioned in “1” or “2” above.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of financial principles and concepts used in the underwriting and valuation of diverse managers and within impact or responsible investing strategies. - Experience in identifying and sourcing diverse and emerging managers across all asset classes Experience in diverse investment manager due diligence and portfolio management. - Excellent financial, writing, presentation, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Seniority level

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Employment type

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