Student Investment Analyst
Please note: This role is based in our Irvine, CA office.The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is seeking an exceptional Student Investment Analyst with demonstrated interest in investments/asset management to assist the Investment Strategies team in managing the Tribe's sovereign wealth fund. The sovereign wealth fund is managed similar to leading university endowments, focused on long-term growth-oriented investments across all asset classes and heavily weighted toward alternative investments such as private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, and private real assets. This position will provide the Student Investment Analyst with a front-row seat to support managing an institutional endowment-style investment portfolio including asset-class and market research, asset allocation, manager diligence and selection, performance analysis, portfolio management, and peer benchmarking. Under the direction of the Investment Strategies Director, the Student Investment Analyst will work closely with current Investment Analysts and assist the team with ad-hoc projects to enhance our investment processes as well as various team-directed research projects.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Helps conduct in-depth asset class analysis and reviews of go-forward opportunity sets.
2. Research and analytical projects as determined by the CIO and Director of Investments.
3. Assists the Investment Analysts on researching priorities of the investment team.
4. Assist in various data aggregation and analysis involved in the ongoing monitoring of the investment portfolio across asset classes.
5. Assists in monitoring external public and private asset managers for investment performance, attribution, risk and opportunity set research; statistically compare investment managers on various metrics.
6. Help prepare for (research, analysis) and participates in quarterly calls with current and prospective investment managers.
7. Ad hoc team projects with various relationship management databases and performance/portfolio management software systems.
8. Perform other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.
9. Work collaboratively with team measured in part by team feedback on quantity and quality of work, proactivity in asking questions and following through Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.
Education/Experience/Qualifications
Enrolled in a four-year undergraduate BA/BS program.
A rising senior, graduating in the following summer.
Demonstrated interest in investing and global markets, economics, and investment management.
Strong analytical mindset with foundational understanding of economic, accounting, and corporate finance theories.
Strong understanding of quantitative techniques.
Strong research and problem-solving skills essential.
Strong demonstrated leadership roles and capabilities.
Strong demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work in a time-sensitive environment, be proactive, and able to handle confidential material a must.
Critical skills include intellectual curiosity and drive, attention to detail, accuracy, accountability, organization, timeliness, and a proactive and collegial communication style.
Proficient in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Certificates/Licenses/Registrations
At the discretion of the San Manuel Tribal Gaming Commission, you may be required to obtain and maintain a gaming license.
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with applicable law.
As one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, San Manuel deeply cares about the future, growth and well-being of its employees. Join our team today!
San Manuel Band of Mission Indians
The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians is a federally-recognized Indian tribe located on the San Manuel Indian Reservation near Highland, California. San Manuel exercises its inherent sovereign right of self-governance and provides essential services for its citizens by building infrastructure, maintaining civil services, and promoting social, economic, and cultural development.
The Serrano people of San Manuel have called this area home since time immemorial and are committed to remaining a productive partner in the San Bernardino region. The Reservation, once only 640 acres, is now over 1,100 acres in size.
The call of Yawa’ – to act upon one’s beliefs – inspires the Tribe to give back to the areas they call home and support organizations working to create a better tomorrow in the Inland Empire and Indian Country.
Our support is directed to organizations providing services in San Bernardino and Riverside counties, including:
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- Public schools
- Private schools
- Charter schools, and
- Local government agencies
The Tribe also operates Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel (formerly known as San Manuel Casino®), the Palms Casino Resort, as well as other enterprises.
We value our employees and offer a comprehensive Benefits Program
Our team members enjoy a competitive base salary, an annual discretionary performance bonus, and an annual merit increase as part of our total rewards package. Additionally, San Manuel supports team members' financial health through 401(k) retirement savings plans that offer a 2% core discretionary contribution and matching, and a host of other services - from discounts to tuition assistance.
