Market Analyst - Strategist Office

Empower Retirement; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with generous company-m

Tuition reimbursement

Business-casual environment

Paid time off

Volunteer time

Leave of absence programs

BRGs open to all

Job summary

Empower Retirement in the Chicago area is seeking an Analyst to lead U.S. market and economic analysis within the Strategist Office.

You will research sectors, macro trends, and portfolio-coverage insights to inform media, clients, and internal audiences. The role blends rigorous data analysis with content development for external audiences and requires a Bachelor's in finance/economics and at least five years in investment research; CFA or progress toward CFA is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience in investment/economic research, market strategy, or asset management.
• CFA designation strongly preferred or progress toward CFA (Level I or II).
• Proficiency with Bloomberg (BBG).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Ability to develop compelling data visualizations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated persistence, creativity, and intellectual curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing research coverage of U.S. sectors and industries with focus on valuations and scenario analysis.
• Conduct macroeconomic and financial market research and contribute to quarterly and annual Economic and Market Outlooks.
• Support the management of a separately managed account (SMA) by providing research and insights.
• Conduct ad hoc economic, market, sector and industry research for media, conferences, and clients.
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop research-driven content for internal and external audiences.

Skills

Market research

Economic analysis

Data visualization

Quantitative analysis

Interpersonal skills

CFA track

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Bloomberg

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.

Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.

The Analyst is responsible for U.S. market and economic analysis within Empower's Strategist Office. The Strategist Office develops Empower's economic and market outlook and provides market perspectives to financial media, clients, and the general public.

The role conducts sector, industry, macroeconomic, and financial market research; contributes to economic and market outlooks; supports separately managed account activities; and develops research and content for internal and external audiences.

This individual must be based in proximity to the Chicago, IL or Greenwood Village, CO office and is a hybrid position.

What You Will Do

• Provide ongoing research coverage of U.S. sectors and industries, with an emphasis on valuations and scenario analysis of company and industry fundamentals, including earnings, revenue, and cash flow
• Conduct macroeconomic and financial market research and contribute to quarterly and annual Economic and Market Outlooks
• Support the management of a separately managed account (SMA) by providing research, analysis, and insights related to portfolio positioning and performance
• Conduct ad hoc economic, market, sector, and industry research in support of media, conferences, and client needs
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop research-driven content for internal and external audiences

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field strongly preferred
• 5 years of relevant experience in investment research, economic research, equity research, market strategy, asset management, or a related field
• Current CFA designation strongly preferred; or at minimum progress towards completing CFA (i.e. Level I or Level II passed)
• Proficiency with Bloomberg (BBG)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Ability to develop compelling data visualizations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated persistence, creativity, and intellectual curiosity

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience conducting U.S. macroeconomic, financial market, sector, or industry research
• Experience with fundamental analysis, valuation analysis, and financial modeling
• Experience supporting portfolio management or separately managed accounts
• Experience translating complex economic and market research into content for clients, media, or other external audiences

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings - 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire - including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time - 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs - including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

$87,400.00 - $123,400.00

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer * Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

Job Posting End Date at 12:01 am on:

10-03-2026