Investment Associate

Rockefeller Capital Management•Los Gatos, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Investment Associate is a key member of the Private Advisor team, with a focus on analyzing potential investments across both public and private markets. The role is heavily focused on trade execution, including managing day‑to‑day trading operations, in addition to the responsibilities outlined below. The Investment Associate partners closely with team analysts to manage trading operations and support client portfolio allocation, while also conducting ongoing due diligence on both existing and prospective investments. This role further involves coordinating and communicating on various ad hoc projects aimed at expanding the group’s capabilities, efficiency, and scalability.

Requirements

3-5 years of research & financial analysis experience in the investment field
3-5 years of portfolio trading experience
Demonstrated interest in research & financial analysis in the investment field
Strong skills in working with investment-related data services including Bloomberg & FactSet
Strong understanding of equity, debt, and options-based investing
Excellent skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to adapt to constantly changing market conditions, reporting needs and requirements
Outstanding communication (written and verbal), exceptional interpersonal abilities, dedicated team member
Exceptional ability to prioritize competing deadlines with a strong sense of urgency

Nice To Haves

Options trading experience and knowledge is a plus
CFA, CAIA, and/or MBA preferred
Series 7 & 66 preferred or willingness to obtain

Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the advisor team supporting investment portfolio management and trading operations; this is a critical desk role requiring consistent coverage during market hours to ensure timely trade execution and issue resolution
Cover the trading desk during market hours (and coordinate backup coverage as needed) to support real-time market activity, client requests, and portfolio rebalancing
Monitor portfolio positions for changing dynamics, both positive and negative
In depth company due diligence on public and private opportunities
Analysis of portfolio returns and contributors/detractors on both an absolute basis and relative to benchmarks when appropriate
Assist in analysis of portfolio risk and risk mitigation techniques including hedging
Maintain a high standard of communication across the Investment, Relationship Management, and Service & Operations teams
Assist the team on various projects to advance the business’ capabilities over time
Assist the team with any tasks that require a more analytical mindset