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New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) · 17 hours ago

External Asset Manager Specialist

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$225K/yr - $246K/yr

7+ years exp

The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) is seeking a Specialist to oversee and refine business functions within the Investments Department. This role involves managing the investment life cycle, collaborating with internal and external teams, and enhancing portfolio management processes.

ConsultingFinancial ServicesInsurance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Deliver streamlined and consistent processes to optimize operations across multiple investment strategies, including public markets and alternative investments

Collaborate with internal teams (administration, technology, finance, compliance, cash management) and external partners (consultants, custodian, vendors) to support portfolio activities

Monitor and resolve cash breaks between the custodian, portfolio management systems, external managers, and other relevant parties

Coordinate with internal and external managers, as well as key stakeholders, to enhance portfolio management processes

Assist the portfolio management team with implementation of new investment strategies

Assist with onboarding new managers and setting up their accounts in custodian and portfolio management systems

Support strategic planning, operations, and maintenance of the department’s IT infrastructure, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient alignment with business goals

Process capital calls, account funding, and security and cash transfers within custodian and portfolio management systems

Create and maintain clear documentation to ensure accurate records of all business functions within this role

Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management

Qualification

Investment life cycle knowledgePortfolio management systemsData mining skillsCFA designationAladdin proficiencyTechnical skillsConsultative skillsCommunication skills