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Investment Officer

Posted on: February 19, 2021 Apply Now
Cheyenne, WY Full Time Financial ServicesExpires March 28, 2021

Job details

Salary

$7,113 – $11,000 a month

Full Job Description

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The position of Senior Investment Officer will support the State Treasurer’s Office $22 Billion investment program. The Treasurer’s Office invests in a variety of asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and alternative investments. This position will report to the Chief Investment Officer.

Human Resource Contact: Deebs Sullivan 307-777-2417

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

  • Work with the Chief Investment Officer and investment staff overseeing the private equity and debt managers.

  • Analyze a wide range of investments and gauge their performance.

  • Evaluate current manager performance versus peer group and relative index/indices.

  • Assist the Chief Investment Officer in preparing for and deliver presentations to various parties.

  • Assist in identifying overall and portfolio-specific risk. Developing strategies to monitor and control risk.

  • Prepare regular ad hoc performance and risk reports.

Qualifications
PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to those with a Master’s Degree or a Ph.D.
Preference may be given for at least four years of managing a portfolio of private market managers.

KNOWLEDGE:

  • Risk management experience is a plus.

  • Strong quantitative/analytical aptitude and modeling skills are important.

  • Experience in programming is a plus.

  • Strong relationship with closed managers is a plus.

  • Ability to work with unfamiliar concepts, take ownership of work and deliver timely results.

  • Ability to work in a dynamic team environment utilizing strong interpersonal skills.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong time management and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

  • Desire to work hard, learn and contribute to the team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (typically in Finance, Business, or Economics)

Experience:
4 + years of progressive work experience (typically in Finance, Business, or Economics) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Analyst

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Passage of Level II of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Program and/or MBA and/or Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA)

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • General office conditions including minimal lifting; some travel necessary.

NOTES:

  • FLSA: Exempt

  • This position is At-Will and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the CIO.

  • This position is provided leave per the Executive Leave Policy.

Supplemental Information
004-State Treasurer’s Office – Investment Division

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