Investment Research Analyst

3 weeks ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States IMF - International Monetary Fund Full time
Work for the IMF. Work for the World.


The Investment Office (INV) is responsible for the investment and management of the Staff Retirement Plan (SRP) and Retired Staff Benefits Investment Account (RSBIA).

SRP and RSBIA, which total over $16 billion, are currently structured as globally diversified portfolio across 7 asset classes (Global Equities, Emerging Market Equities, High Income, Real Assets, Enhanced Cash/Absolute Return, Alternative Investments, and Global Fixed Income).


Under the supervision of the Head of Investment Office or designated officer, the Investment Research Analyst will assist in overseeing the investment managers for the SRP and RSBIA and their transactions and performance, and in the preparation of analytical studies and reports.

The successful candidate will apply judgment and analytical thinking to the performance of tasks and projects which support the successful performance of the Investment Office.


Main duties and responsibilities primarily fall into following categories:

  • Advance innovation in investment research by exploring and implementing new analytical methodologies, models, and tools.
  • Use analytical skills to gather, analyze, and interpret complex financial data, including ESG and climate change related data.
  • Develop models and quantitative analysis to continuously monitor existing investments and global financial markets to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Support a broad range of analyses and evaluations on different asset classes of the portfolio.
  • Support the monitoring and evaluation of the investment, performance, and transactions of the total SRP/RSBIA portfolios, the seven asset classes, and each of the individual investment manager accounts.
  • Support the preparation of analytical and policy reports, including to the Investment Committee, the Pension Committee, and SRP participants on investments, performance, policy, transactions, and holdings; draft notes and papers as needed.
  • Liaise with investment managers and analysts, academia, research organizations or investment institutions as needed.
  • Assist senior INV staff with the secretariat duties of the Investment Committee, including through the coordination of document handling and preparation of draft minutes of meetings.

Qualifications
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Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
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Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and strategically. The ideal candidate should be highly organized, capable of managing multiple tasks effectively, and possess the confidence to challenge assumptions and question group think, bringing innovative solutions and fresh perspectives to the team.
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Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in financial modeling (e.g., Excel, VBA, Python, R).
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Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
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Financial Knowledge: Good understanding of financial markets, investment vehicles, and economic indicators.
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Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
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Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and collaborate with colleagues across various functional areas.
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Technical Skills:

Experience with data visualization tools and familiarity with database management (Oracle SQL), financial databases (Bloomberg), and information mappings.*Only candidates who are currently residing in the Washington DC metro area will be considered.

*This is a one-year contractual appointment. Contractual appointments at the IMF are renewable for up to four years of cumulative contractual service, pending incumbent's performance, budget availability, and continuous business need.

Department:
INV Investment Office
Hiring For:


A06, A07, A08*The IMF is committed to achieving a diverse staff, including age, creed, culture, disability, educational background, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, nationality, race, religion and beliefs, and sexual orientation.

We welcome requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process.*

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