Analyst, Investment Research

Pathstone•San Francisco, CA

1d•$85,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Investment Research Analyst position is an excellent opportunity to launch a career in investment management as part of a leading investment firm. This is a 2-year, entry-level position with the potential for high performing analysts to expand and extend their engagement at the firm for an additional 2 – 3 years in a senior analyst position. Pathstone is a growing wealth management firm serving ultra-high net worth families, single family offices, foundations, and endowments. We are united by a clear purpose: to help clients pursue their Preferred Life — with clarity, confidence, and long-term support across the full landscape of wealth and well-being. Our services include investment advisory, as well as integrated planning and coordination across key areas such as tax strategy, risk management guidance, wealth and estate planning support, philanthropic planning, and family governance — helping clients navigate complexity and make informed decisions aligned with their goals. With more than 20 office locations and over $100 billion in client assets under management, advisory, administration, and related services, Pathstone has expanded significantly over the past five years, reflecting sustained momentum and continued investment in our team and platform. Pathstone is committed to making a meaningful difference for clients and their families, while fostering a supportive, purpose-driven environment for our professionals. Team members are encouraged to pursue their interests and contribute to the firm’s culture through committees and initiatives that help shape our shared mission.

Requirements

You are a current undergraduate student on track to complete your bachelor’s degree by the summer of 2027.
You are an intellectually curious problem-solver who is not afraid to ask questions.
You prioritize operating ethically and professionally, demonstrate a strong sense of integrity, and consistently exercise good judgement.
You possess a keen interest in developing deep knowledge of financial markets and investment research.
You operate with a positive and proactive attitude, welcoming and implementing feedback with an open mind.
You demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills.
You possess excellent organizational skills and a strong ability to balance time-sensitive priorities while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
You are interested in learning how to use and optimize AI for day-to-day workflows in a creative manner.
You value and model the attributes that make our team great: collaboration, excellence, good judgement, initiative, innovation, integrity, and leadership.

Responsibilities

Act as a key member of the investment team, participating in all aspects of the investment process – including joining meetings with existing and prospective investment managers, developing quantitative and qualitative evaluations of investment opportunities, and analyzing performance data and portfolio characteristics.
Evaluate the market environment within asset classes (e.g. stocks, bonds, private equity, real estate, energy, and alternatives/absolute return) and collaborate with cross-asset teams.
Prepare thematic presentations on markets and investment opportunities for internal audiences including the broader Investment Research team and Pathstone’s portfolio managers.
Support Pathstone’s portfolio managers and their client teams by responding to requests for information and analysis on current and prospective fund investments.