Investment Associate - Esg And Sustainable Investing

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited College or University with a preferred focus on economics, finance, accounting, or related field. Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree and at least three years of professional experience will also be considered.
• Proficient with quantitative analysis, modelling, and experience using data analysis tools.
• Superior organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong ability for effective time management and meet deadlines.
• Desire to work within the growing field of Sustainable Investing.
• Familiarity with ESG standards, frameworks, and reporting.
• Strong computer proficiency (MS Office) and adeptness to learning new software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Desire to assist ESG team with net zero portfolio alignment.
• 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.

Please be advised that the New York State Insurance Fund 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.

Description:
In February 2022, the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) was listed as the 37th Best Midsize Employer in America by Forbes. NYSIF is hiring an Investment Associate with strong quantitative skills to assist with all aspects of the agency’s Investment operations, with an initial focus on ESG and Sustainable Investing. The position reports to the Head of ESG and Sustainable Investing and sits within the office of the Chief Investment Officer. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Using advanced statistical and programming skills, assist in developing quantitative models and frameworks for NYSIF to better assess ESG risks and opportunities.
• Use analytics and data tools to map the relationships and dependencies between ESG factors and company, sector, and portfolios financial performance.
• Collect and process ESG data from various sources, such as data tools, company reports, news articles, regulatory filings, and third-party ratings.
• Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and presentations on research and analysis findings.
• Evaluate the ESG performance and impact of various investment portfolios and strategies.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as necessary and assigned.

Fringe Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Future Career Growth Potential
• Open and Supportive Team-Based Environment
• Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave Accruals
• Paid State and Federal Holidays
• Full Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Retirement Options
• Possibility of Telecommuting, Flextime, and Alternative Work Schedules

The targeted income range for this position is $125,000 to $135,000, based upon the candidate’s individual experience. Please note that NYSIF does not offer bonus programs as part of our compensation program.
The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) was established in 1914 as part of the original enactment of the New York State Workers’ Compensation Law. NYSIF's mission is to guarantee the availability of workers’ compensation insurance at the lowest possible cost to New York employers and to provide timely, appropriate indemnity and medical payments to injured workers, while maintaining a solvent fund. Since inception, NYSIF has fulfilled the dual roles for which it was created: to compete with other carriers to ensure a fair marketplace and to be a guaranteed source of coverage for employers who cannot secure coverage elsewhere.
NYSIF is the largest workers’ compensation carrier in New York State 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 $22 billion in assets. A self-supporting insurance carrier, NYSIF operates without taxpayer funding.
In addition to workers’ compensation insurance, NYSIF provides disability benefits coverage for off-the-job injuries to more than 56,000 New York employers. In 2018, NYSIF added paid family leave as a component of its disability benefits product, providing New Yorkers with job-protected, paid time away from work to care for their families.
NYSIF Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) prioritizes and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout our agency. NYSIF provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law. We believe that embracing our differences brings richness, new ideas and experiences to NYSIF, which energizes a creative and innovative work environment. We strive to foster a workplace where diverse individuals are able to participate fully in the decision-making process and have ample opportunity for advancement. We are committed to investing the necessary resources and attention to improving the engagement, retention, and promotion of the extraordinary talent we have.
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