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Investment Analyst

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Date New Hire Needed

Job Title

Investment Analyst (Full-time, 2 year term, 12 months)

Department

Office of Investments

Position Summary Information

Job Summary

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGE

Grinnell College is a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa and is ranked #15 on the U.S. News and World Report’s list of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges.

Grinnell College is a top ranked Liberal Arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Investment Analyst will work closely with the investment team at the Grinnell College Investment Office (“GCIO”). GCIO is an eight-member team responsible for managing the $2.5 billion Grinnell College endowment. This individual will report to the Chief Investment Officer and act as a generalist, participating in work from all phases of the investment and operational functions across asset classes, including public and private markets. The Investment Analyst will take a support role in global field research, data analysis, and various aspects of due diligence used by GCIO to identify and evaluate new opportunities and monitor existing investments. Candidates should be able to manage multiple competing priorities and work well independently and as part of a team.

The Analyst position is intended to be a two‐year program with the potential for one additional year.

GCIO will support the Investment Analyst working towards earning the CFA and/or CAIA designation(s).

Key Responsibilities

Endowment & Portfolio Reporting, Operations Support: Support the preparation of materials for discussion with the investment committee (e.g., recommendations, strategic asset allocation)
Investment Analysis: Assist in due diligence, research, and ongoing monitoring of current and prospective investment managers
Network Development: Build relationships with colleagues at peer institutions
Ad Hoc Projects: Assist with producing white papers and thought pieces on various investment-related topics

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university
Less than six months relevant work experience
Demonstrated financial modeling ability, including expertise with Excel and other commonly used software platforms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience planning and executing independent research projects in a timely and organized manner
Candidate must possess analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to think critically and creatively
A high degree of intellect and integrity, professional, organized, and highly detailed oriented
Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment, managing multiple assignments, and adjusting to meet shifting priorities
Has a collaborative, constructive, and positive approach to work; is proactive and curious
Ability to work well in a small team environment and comfortable sharing responsibility
Represent Grinnell College effectively while interacting with a multitude of constituents

Preferred Qualifications

Interest in keeping up to date with the latest technology applications and industry practices
A desire to learn and grow as a professional investor
Enthusiastic about Grinnell College and contributing to the institutional mission

FLSA Category

Exempt

Staff/Faculty

Staff

Employment Status

Full-Time

Employment Category

Regular

Special Instructions to Applicants

Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to first day of employment.

Open Until Filled

Posting Number

S00976

Diversity Statement

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and working environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.

Grinnell College Glassdoor Company Review

3.8

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CEO of Grinnell College

Dr. Raynard S. Kington

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INDUSTRY

Colleges & Universities

TEAM SIZE

501-1000

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Grinnell, IA

DATE POSTED

August 5, 2023