Investment Analyst Program - Dallas, TX - January 2027 Class

Cambridge Associates • Dallas, TX

3d • $80,000 - $87,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Investment Analysts collaborate with Investment Directors to provide investment and capital markets research, analysis, and advice to clients. The role combines quantitative analysis with qualitative work, including describing market conditions and communicating investment recommendations in written reports. Analysts gain broad exposure to asset classes and investment strategies, work with clients, and deepen their investment knowledge. There may also be opportunities to serve in a specialist role focused on hedge funds or private investments during the program.

The position is based in Dallas, Texas, and starts January 11, 2027. It is a four-year program, with the option to apply internally for open positions as program completion approaches. Analysts are required to work from their assigned office 12–16 days per month. The role pays within a stated base salary range of $80,000–$87,000 per year and is eligible for a sign-on bonus and annual performance-based bonus.

The program includes a two-week onboarding training program, ongoing interactive training and professional development, structured mentorship, employee-guided learning, and support for professional designations such as the CFA and CAIA. Analysts work in teams with experienced industry professionals, may attend meetings with clients and investment managers, and can join peer-led auxiliary teams to develop project management and leadership experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in any major and a record of high academic achievement, with a minimum 3.3 GPA.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and prioritization skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated interest in investments and capital markets, with eagerness to learn.
• Interest in innovating and experimenting with new technology, models, and AI-driven systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship or restrictions now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an investment team in one of three practice areas alongside Investment Directors and co-Investment Analysts to assess investment managers’ portfolios and support client requests and questions.
• Maintain direct responsibility for 10 to 15 clients.
• Gather and evaluate historical asset allocation, spending, and performance data.
• Prepare exhibits and other presentation documentation.
• Conduct investment and capital markets research and analysis and provide advice to clients.
• Describe market conditions and communicate investment recommendations in written reports.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus
• Eligibility for the firm’s annual performance bonus program
• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
• Two-week onboarding training and ongoing interactive training and professional development
• Structured mentorship and employee-guided learning opportunities
• Support for CFA, CAIA, and other professional designations

What This Job Offers

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