Commonfund
Investment Portfolio Analyst Outsourced Chief Investment Office Team, Summer 202
Commonfund, New York, New York, us, 10261
Investment Portfolio Analyst Outsourced Chief Investment Office Team, Summer 2026 Start
role at Commonfund
Commonfund is an investment management firm serving the institutional market with a focus on nonprofit organizations. The organization manages approximately $28 billion for almost 1,700 institutions, offering outsourced solutions (OCIO), alternative investments, and research and advice through the Commonfund Institute.
The OCIO team seeks to hire an Analyst to manage investment- and client-related requests from clients and senior OCIO team members. This is a highly visible role critical to the organization’s success and growth. The Analyst will assist with managing client portfolios in areas such as asset allocation modeling, portfolio construction, portfolio rebalancing, reporting, and risk management. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with other teams to provide high-quality, timely, and complete responses for clients.
We are seeking candidates for a two-year program starting in the summer of 2026. In this role, the Analyst will experience all aspects of the investment process, learning the different asset classes utilized to construct client portfolios. Analysts will receive training and mentoring to succeed in the role.
This position can be based in Norwalk, CT (moving in fall 2025) or in our New York City Office with the requirement to be in CT on Tuesdays.
Primary responsibilities
Provide strong quantitative and analytical skills to support the investment officers on OCIO client accounts
Undertake portfolio evaluation and analysis of client portfolios
Assist with client interface – respond to inquiries and analytical requests from clients in a timely and accurate manner
Responsible for month-end portfolio review, rebalancing of client portfolios, and cash flow analysis
Assist in generating asset allocation recommendations for current and prospective institutions by using portfolio modeling applications
Create, maintain, and update presentation materials
Assist with ad-hoc project requests from clients and senior staff
Assist with development of charts, materials, and written communications in collaboration with our Marketing and Investment groups
Develop an in-depth knowledge of Commonfund’s investment strategies and programs
Preferred background
Strong analytical/problem solving skills, including use of spreadsheet/database software for quantitative analysis
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to complete assignments independently and on a timely basis
Ability to work as part of a team to accomplish broader goals and objectives
Strong verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Analyst
Industries
Investment Management
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role at Commonfund
Commonfund is an investment management firm serving the institutional market with a focus on nonprofit organizations. The organization manages approximately $28 billion for almost 1,700 institutions, offering outsourced solutions (OCIO), alternative investments, and research and advice through the Commonfund Institute.
The OCIO team seeks to hire an Analyst to manage investment- and client-related requests from clients and senior OCIO team members. This is a highly visible role critical to the organization’s success and growth. The Analyst will assist with managing client portfolios in areas such as asset allocation modeling, portfolio construction, portfolio rebalancing, reporting, and risk management. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with other teams to provide high-quality, timely, and complete responses for clients.
We are seeking candidates for a two-year program starting in the summer of 2026. In this role, the Analyst will experience all aspects of the investment process, learning the different asset classes utilized to construct client portfolios. Analysts will receive training and mentoring to succeed in the role.
This position can be based in Norwalk, CT (moving in fall 2025) or in our New York City Office with the requirement to be in CT on Tuesdays.
Primary responsibilities
Provide strong quantitative and analytical skills to support the investment officers on OCIO client accounts
Undertake portfolio evaluation and analysis of client portfolios
Assist with client interface – respond to inquiries and analytical requests from clients in a timely and accurate manner
Responsible for month-end portfolio review, rebalancing of client portfolios, and cash flow analysis
Assist in generating asset allocation recommendations for current and prospective institutions by using portfolio modeling applications
Create, maintain, and update presentation materials
Assist with ad-hoc project requests from clients and senior staff
Assist with development of charts, materials, and written communications in collaboration with our Marketing and Investment groups
Develop an in-depth knowledge of Commonfund’s investment strategies and programs
Preferred background
Strong analytical/problem solving skills, including use of spreadsheet/database software for quantitative analysis
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to complete assignments independently and on a timely basis
Ability to work as part of a team to accomplish broader goals and objectives
Strong verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
Ability to handle multiple responsibilities
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Analyst
Industries
Investment Management
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