Operations Officer, Item ##01339

State Comptroller • New York, NY

401d • $92,289 - $122,284 • Remote

About The Position

The Operations Officer will assist investment officers in conducting due diligence for potential investment opportunities within the New York State Comptroller's Office. This role involves interfacing with various operational constituencies to facilitate the investment deal process, ensuring timely capital calls, and maintaining accurate investment files. The position supports the overall mission of the agency by contributing to the management of the Common Retirement Fund.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university, ideally with a focus on economics, business, sustainability, law or policy.
• High ethical standards and commitment to the fiduciary responsibilities of a pension fund.
• Team player who stands ready to assist other members of the team.
• Seeks to constantly improve and grow professional knowledge base - actively reaches out for coaching, learning and growth opportunities.
• Able to meet deadlines, work under supervision, and take a detail-oriented approach to work.
• Understanding basic investment concepts, strategies, asset classes, and fundamental investment factors.
• Strong written communication skills to assist with memos, presentations, and other internal communications.
• Relevant internships in asset management or finance industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist investment officers in performing due diligence for potential Credit & OARS investment opportunities by collecting relevant materials and data.
• Interface with a variety of operational constituencies (legal, accounting, managers, investment officers) to facilitate the deal process once approved by the Internal Investment Committee.
• Work with the Common Retirement Fund's (CRF) accounting staff and custodian bank to establish timelines and ensure timely capital calls and accurate distributions of capital.
• Assist with the processing of requests for amendments and consents and ensure that the CRF responds in a prompt manner.
• Assist with investment presentations, memos and other ad hoc requests.
• Assist with any audit requests and documentation.
• Maintain accurate, timely, complete investment files.

Benefits

• Telecommuting options available after initial eight-week period.
• Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
• Diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree