Alternative Investments Analyst - Cigna Investment Management - Hybrid

Cigna Healthcare • Bloomfield, CT

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Cigna Investment Management (CIM) manages over $20 billion in assets on behalf of Cigna, a publicly traded global health services company. CIM’s assets are invested in public and private corporate bonds, commercial mortgages, private equity, private credit, real estate equity, public equity and short-term investments. Join our Alternative Investments team and help source, evaluate, and execute attractive new investment opportunities with third-party fund managers. In this role, you will collaborate with experienced investment professionals, contribute meaningful insights, and develop expertise across private credit, mezzanine debt, private equity secondaries, and equity buyout strategies. If you’re curious, analytical, and eager to learn in a dynamic environment, this is an exciting opportunity to build your career in alternatives.

Requirements

• BA/BS in finance, accounting, or another quantitative field.
• 5+ years of overall business or investment experience.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in credit, private equity, or alternative investments.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Technical proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, intellectual curiosity, and comfort navigating ambiguity.
• Ability to accommodate both seasonal and ad-hoc travel (up to 20%).

Nice To Haves

• CFA, CPA, MBA, or other advanced financial designation.
• The internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload if working at home occasionally or permanently.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing, evaluation and execution of limited partnership fund commitments and direct co-investment opportunities to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns.
• Assist in underwriting by analyzing fund strategies, track records, market dynamics, and risk considerations.
• Prepare clear, well-supported investment reports and presentations.
• Contribute to negotiations by reviewing legal documents and coordinating with both internal and external business partners.
• Monitor existing fund performance and maintain active dialogue with general partners.
• Research private equity market trends and share insights that inform decision-making.
• Assist with financial reporting, quarterly updates, and periodic portfolio reviews.

Benefits

• The successful candidate will become an Access Person of CII required to comply with the personal trading requirements and restrictions contained in CII’s Code of Ethics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level