Senior Investment Analyst

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of Investments is seeking a Senior Investment Analyst to join its collaborative investment team. This role involves working alongside portfolio managers and fellow analysts who value intellectual curiosity and teamwork. Under the guidance of senior managers, the Senior Investment Analyst will contribute to the evaluation of new investment managers, as well as monitor and analyze manager performance. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with leading investors globally and make a direct impact on the financial strength of the University, supporting UChicago’s mission for generations to come. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience, a strong work ethic, an analytical mindset, and exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Team orientation, critical thinking, and intellectual curiosity are highly valued. The University provides financial support for pursuing an MBA at the Booth School of Business and the CFA Charterholder designation for interested Senior Analysts. This position offers the option to work remotely on Fridays, except when required on-site for manager meetings.

Requirements

College or university degree in a related field.
2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Exceptional analytical abilities, with a talent for interpreting complex data and collaborating with senior team members to improve analytical frameworks and uncover unique insights.
Excellent writing skills to draft clear and concise investment previews, memos, and meeting notes. Distill relevant facts, identify key themes or concerns, draw conclusions, and outline actionable next steps.
Strong verbal communication skills to effectively engage with team members, external partners, and the broader Investment Office. Comfortable switching between detailed analysis and high-level perspectives as needed.
Superior organizational skills, with the capacity to manage work independently, coordinate workflows, and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
Exemplary work ethic, demonstrating enthusiasm for a high-volume, fast-paced investment environment.
Genuine interest in portfolio management and institutional investing, with intellectual curiosity and a continual desire to deepen understanding of investment processes, capital markets, decision-making, and economics.
Function both independently and as an effective team member.
Unwavering professionalism to handle sensitive information discreetly, and interact with high-profile individuals while exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in finance, economics or accounting.
Work towards a CFA designation.
Proficient with Bloomberg, Cambridge Associates data and benchmarking processes.
Proficient with data analytics.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office products.
Quickly learn and adapt to new software programs utilized by the Investment Office.

Responsibilities

Participates in manager meetings and investment discussions; reviews manager reports, correspondence, quantitative data, and risk information to assess performance, strategy, fit, and potential areas for follow-up.
Prepares data-driven investment memos, recommendations, presentation exhibits, and related materials by synthesizing qualitative and quantitative information for review by senior investment staff.
Leads or contributes to project-based work, including liquidity analysis, fee and term assessments, portfolio company metrics, exposure reviews, and topical analyses; may coordinate small workstreams or provide guidance to junior staff.
Maintains thorough qualitative and quantitative records related to investments, including meeting notes, diligence materials, follow-up items, and documentation that supports ongoing monitoring and institutional knowledge.
Collaborates with colleagues across asset classes and functions to exchange best practices, refine underwriting and reporting processes, resolve routine issues, and support consistent investment decision-making.
Builds knowledge of institutional investment practices by engaging with managers, peers, and market participants to stay informed on market trends and identify potential investment opportunities.
Conducts investment analysis with increasing independence to support portfolio decisions for the University’s diversified global portfolio, applying established analytical frameworks and escalating complex issues as appropriate.
Supports key facets of the investment process, including research, analysis, selection, monitoring, and ongoing due diligence of external investment managers within assigned asset class.
Performs other related work as needed.