Milken Institute
Senior Associate, Innovative Finance
Milken Institute, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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$75,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr About The Milken Institute
The Milken Institute is a globally minded, publicly supported, non-partisan, and nonprofit think tank headquartered in Santa Monica, with offices in Washington, DC, New York, London, Abu Dhabi, and Singapore. For the past three decades, the Milken Institute has served as a catalyst for practical, scalable solutions to global challenges by connecting human, financial, and educational resources to those who need them. Guided by a conviction that the best ideas, under-resourced, cannot succeed, we conduct research and analysis and convene top experts, innovators, and influencers from different backgrounds and competing viewpoints. We leverage this expertise and insight to construct programs and policy initiatives. These activities are designed to help people build meaningful lives, in which they can experience health and well-being, pursue effective education and gainful employment, and access the resources required to create ever-expanding opportunities for themselves and their broader communities.
The Milken Institute’s events and programmatic activities, involve the exchange of ideas with leaders from around the world. The Institute hosts more than 200 events each year, with our annual flagship event, Global Conference, bringing together 4,500+ participants from around the world, featuring more than 900+ speakers throughout 200+ sessions over the course of the event.
About Financial Innovations Labs
Innovative Finance is a core component of the Institute’s research. Through our Financial Innovations Lab series, we tackle a specific financing gap or market failure which requires a blending of public and private capital. Each project entails conducting extensive research on the financing gap, barriers to investment, and potential innovative models to address the gap. The Institute engages stakeholders to test the viability of each of the models and convenes a series of roundtables to flesh out design and implementation. Each project culminates with an extensive report that gives a detailed description of the design and implementation of financing models.
In addition to the Labs, the Financial Innovations team is responsible for the work the Institute does on ESG, sustainability and impact investing, largely in terms of identifying and engaging key investors, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists in the space. Through public and private programming at our conferences, the team is able to highlight key issues, new developments, and provide a platform for informing investors about investing in sustainability.
About The Position
We are looking for a senior associate to work with our Innovative Finance team. The team works on projects that explore financing models to address a variety of social and economic challenges. The ideal candidate will have an interest in finance and policy, as well as an appetite for working on projects that span sectors and regions. This can include working on fund modeling for affordable housing and infrastructure to investment opportunities for addressing climate change and more effective healthcare. The individual in this role will have strong project management skills, the ability to think outside the box, and enthusiasm for to work in various areas in the social sector across the globe and will have a strong interest in finance and capital markets.
Responsibilities
Conduct background research for Financial Innovations Labs and other innovative finance and ESG work, as appropriate. Assist in researching and identifying new Lab concepts. Assist in identifying Lab participants and maintain invitee lists and bios. Work with the team to prepare presentations for Lab events. Operate in close coordination with Business Development and other MI departments to identify Lab participants and potential partners. Provide account management for sponsors and corporate supporters throughout the year by building relationships with key contacts and being responsive to their requests, particularly in preparation for and during major conferences and Labs, with regular communication to proactively manage these relationships. Assist with the event logistics of the Lab: invitations, location, catering and audio visual needs. Prepare correspondence with Lab participants, sponsors and stakeholders in innovative finance. Work on grant proposals for Labs and other innovative finance work, in conjunction with all related department Directors. Collaborate with various Milken Institute centers to identify potential new Labs. Conduct research on potential panelists and discussants for Milken Institute conferences. Design and create a quarterly newsletter highlighting work of the team and significant updates in the field of impact investing. Duties as assigned
Requirements
A proactive, highly organized, detail oriented and enthusiastic development professional with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in finance, public policy, or economics (advanced degree strongly desired). A self-starter who can effectively research, analyze and synthesize data and follow-through on all areas of responsibility. Multitasker able to handle complex projects in a fast-paced environment, requiring ability to effectively prioritize and respond promptly to internal and external communications. Team-oriented individual who seeks out tasks when work is completed and assists colleagues to ensure goals, requirements and deadlines are achieved. Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Proven track record executing events. Excellent project management skills. Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. Experience with Salesforce or another CRM system. Ability to work as part of a team and perform under deadline pressure. Master’s degree preferred, preferably in economics, business, or public policy.
Working Conditions & Travel Requirements
This position will work in a professional office environment on a hybrid schedule consisting of three (3) days per week reporting in-person to your respective office location (Tuesday – Thursday), with the remaining two (2) days working remotely. Please understand, this schedule is subject to change at the Institute’s sole discretion.
This person will also be required to travel occasionally to other offices and/or venues to assist with events as needed, requiring occasional work outside of traditional hours. International along with domestic travel is possible. Additionally, this position requires interacting virtually on a regular basis with Milken Institute staff based in other locations in the United States and around the world.
Note
The statements herein are intended to describe the overall nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. Please note, we are not sponsoring visas at this time, being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.
Please submit resume and cover letter illustrating how your experience and skills will contribute to the department and any unique qualities you bring to the position. If applying via Indeed, please upload your resume and any supporting documentation as
one
attachment.
Any application that does not include both a resume and cover letter will be rejected . If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact our Human Resources department to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.
Our Culture
The Milken Institute is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.
Every person at the Milken Institute is treated with respect, supported with resources and training, and exposed to a broad range of experiences. We foster a space for growth with opportunities to share knowledge and passion with both clients and colleagues. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our leadership is actively involved in our commitment to diversity and inclusion, and fostering a culture that creates opportunities for everyone.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan - 403b (5% match) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity & Paternity) Fertility Support Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Account (FSAs) Pet Insurance Discount Training & Development: LinkedIn Learning – over 15,000 self-guided classes offered Annual Mentor Program Wellness Resources: Employee Assistance Program CALM app membership
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Senior Associate, Innovative Finance
role at
Milken Institute Join to apply for the
Senior Associate, Innovative Finance
role at
Milken Institute This range is provided by Milken Institute. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$75,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr About The Milken Institute
The Milken Institute is a globally minded, publicly supported, non-partisan, and nonprofit think tank headquartered in Santa Monica, with offices in Washington, DC, New York, London, Abu Dhabi, and Singapore. For the past three decades, the Milken Institute has served as a catalyst for practical, scalable solutions to global challenges by connecting human, financial, and educational resources to those who need them. Guided by a conviction that the best ideas, under-resourced, cannot succeed, we conduct research and analysis and convene top experts, innovators, and influencers from different backgrounds and competing viewpoints. We leverage this expertise and insight to construct programs and policy initiatives. These activities are designed to help people build meaningful lives, in which they can experience health and well-being, pursue effective education and gainful employment, and access the resources required to create ever-expanding opportunities for themselves and their broader communities.
The Milken Institute’s events and programmatic activities, involve the exchange of ideas with leaders from around the world. The Institute hosts more than 200 events each year, with our annual flagship event, Global Conference, bringing together 4,500+ participants from around the world, featuring more than 900+ speakers throughout 200+ sessions over the course of the event.
About Financial Innovations Labs
Innovative Finance is a core component of the Institute’s research. Through our Financial Innovations Lab series, we tackle a specific financing gap or market failure which requires a blending of public and private capital. Each project entails conducting extensive research on the financing gap, barriers to investment, and potential innovative models to address the gap. The Institute engages stakeholders to test the viability of each of the models and convenes a series of roundtables to flesh out design and implementation. Each project culminates with an extensive report that gives a detailed description of the design and implementation of financing models.
In addition to the Labs, the Financial Innovations team is responsible for the work the Institute does on ESG, sustainability and impact investing, largely in terms of identifying and engaging key investors, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists in the space. Through public and private programming at our conferences, the team is able to highlight key issues, new developments, and provide a platform for informing investors about investing in sustainability.
About The Position
We are looking for a senior associate to work with our Innovative Finance team. The team works on projects that explore financing models to address a variety of social and economic challenges. The ideal candidate will have an interest in finance and policy, as well as an appetite for working on projects that span sectors and regions. This can include working on fund modeling for affordable housing and infrastructure to investment opportunities for addressing climate change and more effective healthcare. The individual in this role will have strong project management skills, the ability to think outside the box, and enthusiasm for to work in various areas in the social sector across the globe and will have a strong interest in finance and capital markets.
Responsibilities
Conduct background research for Financial Innovations Labs and other innovative finance and ESG work, as appropriate. Assist in researching and identifying new Lab concepts. Assist in identifying Lab participants and maintain invitee lists and bios. Work with the team to prepare presentations for Lab events. Operate in close coordination with Business Development and other MI departments to identify Lab participants and potential partners. Provide account management for sponsors and corporate supporters throughout the year by building relationships with key contacts and being responsive to their requests, particularly in preparation for and during major conferences and Labs, with regular communication to proactively manage these relationships. Assist with the event logistics of the Lab: invitations, location, catering and audio visual needs. Prepare correspondence with Lab participants, sponsors and stakeholders in innovative finance. Work on grant proposals for Labs and other innovative finance work, in conjunction with all related department Directors. Collaborate with various Milken Institute centers to identify potential new Labs. Conduct research on potential panelists and discussants for Milken Institute conferences. Design and create a quarterly newsletter highlighting work of the team and significant updates in the field of impact investing. Duties as assigned
Requirements
A proactive, highly organized, detail oriented and enthusiastic development professional with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in finance, public policy, or economics (advanced degree strongly desired). A self-starter who can effectively research, analyze and synthesize data and follow-through on all areas of responsibility. Multitasker able to handle complex projects in a fast-paced environment, requiring ability to effectively prioritize and respond promptly to internal and external communications. Team-oriented individual who seeks out tasks when work is completed and assists colleagues to ensure goals, requirements and deadlines are achieved. Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Proven track record executing events. Excellent project management skills. Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel. Experience with Salesforce or another CRM system. Ability to work as part of a team and perform under deadline pressure. Master’s degree preferred, preferably in economics, business, or public policy.
Working Conditions & Travel Requirements
This position will work in a professional office environment on a hybrid schedule consisting of three (3) days per week reporting in-person to your respective office location (Tuesday – Thursday), with the remaining two (2) days working remotely. Please understand, this schedule is subject to change at the Institute’s sole discretion.
This person will also be required to travel occasionally to other offices and/or venues to assist with events as needed, requiring occasional work outside of traditional hours. International along with domestic travel is possible. Additionally, this position requires interacting virtually on a regular basis with Milken Institute staff based in other locations in the United States and around the world.
Note
The statements herein are intended to describe the overall nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. Please note, we are not sponsoring visas at this time, being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.
Please submit resume and cover letter illustrating how your experience and skills will contribute to the department and any unique qualities you bring to the position. If applying via Indeed, please upload your resume and any supporting documentation as
one
attachment.
Any application that does not include both a resume and cover letter will be rejected . If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact our Human Resources department to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.
Our Culture
The Milken Institute is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.
Every person at the Milken Institute is treated with respect, supported with resources and training, and exposed to a broad range of experiences. We foster a space for growth with opportunities to share knowledge and passion with both clients and colleagues. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our leadership is actively involved in our commitment to diversity and inclusion, and fostering a culture that creates opportunities for everyone.
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan - 403b (5% match) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity & Paternity) Fertility Support Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Account (FSAs) Pet Insurance Discount Training & Development: LinkedIn Learning – over 15,000 self-guided classes offered Annual Mentor Program Wellness Resources: Employee Assistance Program CALM app membership
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Finance and Sales Industries Think Tanks Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Milken Institute by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Senior Finance Associate” roles.
Washington, DC $95,000.00-$112,500.00 1 month ago Washington, DC $130,500.00-$171,000.00 1 week ago Finance and Operations Manager (Junior level)
Rockville, MD $90,000.00-$120,000.00 20 hours ago McLean, VA $104,000.00-$156,000.00 2 weeks ago Washington, DC $95,000.00-$112,500.00 1 week ago Arlington, VA $105,000.00-$110,000.00 1 week ago Arlington, VA $85,900.00-$179,500.00 3 days ago Washington, DC $90,000.00-$110,000.00 2 weeks ago Gaithersburg, MD $105,000.00-$120,000.00 1 month ago Washington, DC $100,000.00-$125,000.00 2 weeks ago Arlington, VA $85,900.00-$179,500.00 2 weeks ago Bethesda, MD $100,000.00-$125,000.00 1 week ago Sr. Manager - Benefits Analyst- Budget and Finance
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