Bessemer Trust

Junior Manager Research Analyst

NEW YORK, NYPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Bessemer Trust

  • Job overview

    The Junior Manager Research Analyst at Bessemer Trust supports investment manager selection and oversight, contributing to portfolio diversification and sustainability efforts.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves quantitative and qualitative analysis of investment managers, creating analytics reports, portfolio analysis, preparing reports and presentations, maintaining logs, and supporting sustainability projects.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The base salary range is $80k-90k with actual salaries varying by experience; benefits include competitive bonuses, 401(k) with profit sharing, comprehensive medical plans, hybrid work environment, paid time off, and other wellness programs.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires a Bachelor's degree and preferably 1-3 years in investment banking, consulting, or investment management, strong analytical and quantitative skills, proficiency in MS Office, and preferred experience with FactSet and eVestment.

  • Career development

    Offers personalized development and career opportunities including tuition reimbursement support.

  • Work environment and culture

    Bessemer Trust values a fiduciary mindset, client-first approach, and a collaborative culture with a hybrid work environment (60% in office, 40% remote).

  • Company information

    Bessemer Trust is a family office managing over $200 billion for wealthy families since 1907, with 1,200 employees and 22 offices including a major office in Woodbridge, NJ.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will join the External Manager Solutions team responsible for manager selection, oversight, and sustainability initiatives.

  • Job location and travel

    The company has multiple offices including New York and Woodbridge, NJ, with a hybrid work model for most positions.

  • Unique job features

    The role uniquely combines traditional investment manager analysis with sustainability project involvement, offering exposure to diverse asset classes and advanced analytics tools.

Company overview

Bessemer Trust is a privately-owned wealth management and investment advisory firm that specializes in providing comprehensive financial services to high-net-worth individuals and families. The company generates revenue through asset management fees, financial planning, and fiduciary services. Founded in 1907 by Henry Phipps, a co-founder of Carnegie Steel, Bessemer Trust has a long history of managing significant family fortunes and offers a range of services including estate planning, tax advice, and philanthropic guidance. The firm is known for its personalized approach and commitment to client confidentiality and long-term financial security.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to showcase strong analytical and quantitative skills, emphasizing experience with financial markets, portfolio analysis, and familiarity with risk models as outlined in the job description.

  • Highlight any experience or proficiency with tools like FactSet, eVestment, MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and demonstrate your ability to manage detailed reports and presentations relevant to investment management.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including Bessemer Trust’s official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters.

  • Connect with professionals in the External Manager Solutions division at Bessemer Trust on LinkedIn, initiating conversations by referencing their work on sustainable investment strategies or recent market insights, which can serve as effective ice breakers.

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