Investment Analyst

Strategic Investment Group • Arlington, VA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Strategic Investment Group® (Strategic) is an Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) firm that provides institutions with the capabilities of a full investment office. Acting as a seamless extension of our clients' investment teams, we deliver portfolio construction, manager selection, and ongoing risk management within a structured fiduciary framework so organizations can remain focused on their core mission. Founded in 1987, Strategic was built to give institutions access to the investment office they would build if they had the time, the people, and the scale to do so internally. Our mission is to empower clients to achieve transformational impact through inspired investing. This is more than a first job. It’s a launchpad for a long-term career in investments: Immediate Impact: Collaborate directly with senior investors and client portfolio managers on live portfolios. Broad Exposure: Gain hands-on experience across public equity, fixed income, hedge funds, private equity, and real assets. Rigorous Training& Mentorship: Develop technical, analytical, and presentation skills through structured onboarding, continuous learning, and mentorship from seasoned professionals. Career Pathway: Analysts have advanced internally or gone on to top graduate programs, hedge funds, private equity, and global asset managers. Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values intellectual curiosity, innovation, and professional growth.

Requirements

• Graduating seniors
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or Accounting
• Strong academic credentials (3.5+ GPA preferred).
• Passion for markets, investing, and data-driven decision-making.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Python, SQL, or R.
• Experience working with large datasets.
• Interest in pursuing the CFA designation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and monitor institutional client portfolios, reviewing performance, attribution, and positioning.
• Participate in due diligence on existing and prospective managers, evaluating strategies across asset classes.
• Assist with presentations, respond to client requests, and contribute to portfolio reviews.
• Track economic and market developments, support risk management, and evaluate investment opportunities.
• Partner with internal teams and engage with external managers, auditors, and custodians.
• Present findings in internal investment meetings and contribute to firm-wide discussions.

Benefits

• Hybrid flexible working model.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, including base salary, profit sharing, and immediate 401(k) employer match.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Student loan assistance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development support, including training sessions and funding for certifications.
• Social and networking events, plus opportunities to engage with colleagues outside of day-to-day work.

What This Job Offers

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