Analyst, Portfolio Management

Overview:
NISA Investment Advisors, LLC (NISA) offers customized investment solutions for tax-exempt and taxable institutional clients. NISA manages over $274 billion in fixed income and equity securities and over $164 billion in derivative notional value. We seek bright, motivated individuals who can contribute to our growing team of professionals. Candidates with a high degree of independent thinking skills, strong analytical and quantitative skills, and team playing abilities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:
The NISA Portfolio Management Analyst Program is a two-year program within NISA’s collaborative and team-oriented environment. Analysts assist the Portfolio Management team with constructing and supporting portfolios for some of the largest institutional investors in the world. Due to NISA’s strong foundational roots in academia, the Analyst will gain foundational knowledge and understanding of broad asset classes and financial instruments through a formalized learning program, in addition to providing general support for the overall portfolio management process. Analysts learn the fundamentals of financial markets, portfolio management, and trading through exposure to the corporate bond, derivatives, and/or interest-rate trading groups. An Analyst will focus on the development of knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas: financial markets and asset classes, market conventions and mechanics, portfolio construction and benchmarks, risk management, performance calculation and attribution, and trade valuation and execution.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a strong analytical and quantitative field such as Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science or Financial Engineering required. Winter 2024 or Spring 2025 undergraduates are preferred. 

Candidates must have a strong academic background, and possess a high degree of aptitude in quantitative and analytical thinking

Familiarity with techniques and technologies related to quantitative/statistical analysis (Python, R, C/C++/C#, Java), data management (SQL), and Excel preferred

Experience with statistical and/or mathematical modeling preferred

Demonstrated ability to think critically about financial markets and investments

Ability to work successfully in a team environment

Drive to perform at a high level under pressure and time constraints

NISA’s culture encourages collaboration and innovation. We seek self-motivated, intellectually curious individuals willing to push themselves and others in an environment that celebrates fresh thinking. We equip employees with the resources needed to excel and we encourage personal development. NISA is dedicated to internally cultivating and rewarding talent. Employees at NISA are provided with a wide range of benefits, including health, dental, vision and life insurance options, paid time off, a competitive retirement plan, onsite cafeteria, fitness center, a health and wellness program and an educational assistance program.

 

NISA Investment Advisors, LLC is an equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.