Analyst, Manager Research

The Role

As a manager research analyst, your objective and independent research on funds and other investment vehicles will help individuals, intermediaries, and institutional investors make better investment decisions--the primary mission. The position requires a passion for investing along with strong analytical, presentation, and writing skills. In this role, you will research and rate funds and other investment vehicles, such as 529 savings plans, model portfolios, and separately managed accounts, while also developing broader investment expertise that contributes to the team’s thought leadership.

This position is with our Multi-Asset and Alternative Investment asset class. We are operating in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop clear opinions to support forward-looking ratings on funds and other investment vehicles based on research that focuses on the funds’ management team, strategy, parent company, performance and expenses.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis using our databases, monitoring regulatory information, interviewing portfolio managers, and leading on-site due diligence visits of asset-management firms.
• Author and edit analytical research reports, articles, and industry studies.
• Discuss ratings and reports with external institutional clients and internal investment management group.
• Represent the company by speaking to media, conferences, industry associations and regulators.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is required; a graduate degree and/or Chartered Financial Analyst® designation (or interest in pursuing one or the other) is preferred.
• Passion for investing and for helping investors make better investment decisions.
• Excellent analytical, writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work at times independently, and at other times within a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated expertise as a manager research analyst in multi-asset and alternatives investments.

Please submit a cover letter and resume.

Compensation and Benefits

At the company, we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That’s why we champion your wellness through a wide-range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

Financial Health

• 75% 401k match up to 7%
• Stock Ownership Potential
• Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission

Physical Health

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
• Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
• Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance

Emotional Health

• Trust-Based Time Off
• 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
• 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
• Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
• Annual Education Stipend
• Tuition Reimbursement

Social Health

• Charitable Matching Gifts program
• Dollars for Doers volunteer program
• Paid volunteering days
• 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Total Cash Compensation Range

$110,775.00 - 188,325.00 USD Annual

Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive

The hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. While some positions are available as fully remote, we’ve found that we’re at our best when we’re purposely together on a regular basis, typically three days each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you’ll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.