NYSIF is the largest workers’ compensation carrier in NYS and among the top 10 largest workers’ compensation carriers in the nation, insuring approximately 139,000 policyholders, with more than $1.8 billion in annual earned premium and over $20 billion in assets.
Salary within the posted range will be commensurate with experience. Please note, NYSIF does
not offer bonus programs as part of our compensation program. Please note, the salary range
displayed includes special salary treatments, such as location pay.
Description:
The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF), with over $20 billion of assets under management, is seeking a Junior Investment Analyst to assist with all aspects of the agency’s Investment
operations including the four (4) core investment areas: Risk Analysis; Trading; Portfolio Management; and Credit Analysis. These positions will give exposure to best-in-class investment practices within a growing and entrepreneurial culture.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Assisting with quantitative, qualitative, and administrative aspects of managing NYSIF’ Portfolios.
• Collaborating with Investment Department colleagues on daily activities and special projects.
• Assisting with the development of regular and ad-hoc reporting for senior management and staff.
• Interfacing with other internal NYSIF Departments, including administration, finance, compliance, and cash management.
• Perform and develop analytics and forecasting models using industry standard investment market related systems.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as necessary and assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University, with a preferred focus on economics, finance, accounting, or related field.
• Experience with financial analysis, customer service, and project delivery.
• Superior organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong ability for effective time management and meeting deadlines.
• Strong computer proficiency (MS Office) and adeptness in learning new software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Desire to work in a highly collaborative environment with various stakeholders.
• Dedication to public protection and a broad, well-developed array of administrative skills, with background in governmental administration and policies.
• Working knowledge and experience in Python.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis).
Please be advised that the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) does not offer sponsorship for employment visas to employees or potential employees. Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position. NYSIF is not currently enrolled in eVerify, which is a requirement for certain types of employment verifications.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to recruit@nysif.com.
Additional Information:
• Primary Location: New York City
• Travel: 10% • Schedule: 9 AM – 5 PM
• Telecommuting: Subject to NYSIF’s telecommuting program approval process, this position may offer up to 50% telecommuting.
• Jurisdictional classification: Exempt
• Bargaining unit: Management/Confidential
• Civil Service title: Special Investment Officer
All exempt appointments require completion of a background check by the NYS Governor’s Office of Appointments prior to appointment and completion of an annual Financial Disclosure Statement
upon appointment offer.
As this position is not tenure-bearing, except under specific circumstances, the employment relationship can be altered at any time by either the incumbent or the appointing authority.
Fringe Benefits:
• Competitive compensation
• Future career growth potential
• Open and supportive team-based environment
• Plentiful vacation, personal, and sick time off
• Paid state and federal holidays
• Affordable health insurance plans
• Dental and vision benefits provided at no additional cost
• Retirement options
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Possibility of telecommuting, flextime, and Alternative Work Schedules (AWS)
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