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Job Description
About the Vanderbilt Office of Investments (OoI)
At OoI, our mission is to protect and grow Vanderbilt’s endowment by achieving outstanding long-term investment returns. The endowment provides over $2.8 billion for student financial aid, programs, faculty, and operations. We partner globally to find superior investment opportunities.
Position Overview
We are seeking an Investment Analyst to join our Public Investments team, a small and collaborative group managing Vanderbilt’s $11 billion endowment. This role is dedicated to supporting our public markets portfolio, which includes global equities, hedged strategies, and fixed income
Key Responsibilities
- Research and analyze investment opportunities.
- Prepare materials to support investment recommendations.
- Participate in meetings and potential travel with investment managers.
- Monitor and report on investment performance.
- Assist in portfolio reviews and analysis.
- Maintain manager information databases.
- Stay updated on capital markets.
- Lead ad hoc research projects as needed.
Qualifications
This position requires a bachelor’s degree and a demonstrated interest in investments or finance, supported by an excellent academic record and strong work ethic. While our program typically hires directly out of undergraduate programs, we also welcome applications from candidates with some professional experience. All majors are encouraged to apply. We’re looking for curious, driven individuals who are passionate about investments and will thrive in an environment that values independence, initiative, teamwork, and open communication.
Perks
- Pursue the CFA, IA designation with fee reimbursement and paid study days.
- Enjoy a strong office culture focused on service, innovation, and enthusiasm.
- Participate in office outings, volunteer projects, birthday celebrations, team happy hours, and a variety of team gatherings!
Team and Culture
Our office is a fun and collaborative environment. We work hard to ensure Vanderbilt’s mission success and maintain a positive office culture. Our open office encourages teamwork, and we believe in celebrating our staff. We also support professional development by offering opportunities for ongoing learning, mentorship, and career growth, ensuring our team members can develop their skills and advance their careers.
Message from Allocator Jobs: To help prepare you for this role, take a look at the Institutional Allocator (IA) program from our partnership organization, the Allocator Training Institute. The IA program curriculum gives you a solid foundation of investing from the allocator’s perspective. You’ll learn how to evaluate investment managers, create an ‘endowment-model’ multi-asset class portfolio, and the quantitative tools necessary to succeed in the role. The three-part program can be completed in less than one year and exams are available every quarter-end month. This is the program that will help you start and then accelerate your allocator career. Reach out if you have any questions.
