Analyst, Alternatives Manager Research

Company DescriptionAs part of the Wilshire family, you can rest assured that every day you are contributing to an organization that is helping investors improve their financial outcomes. For more than 50 years, Wilshire has been dedicated to providing customized portfolio solutions grounded in research and powered by next generation technologies.Wilshire advises on over $1 trillion in assets for some of the world’s largest and most sophisticated institutional investors and is headquartered in the United States with offices worldwide.Job DescriptionWilshire seeks an Analyst to join the Alternatives Manager Research team. Working closely with senior management, you’ll act as a contributing member of the investment team with responsibilities throughout the investment process. Wilshire’s alternatives research group advises on more than $20 billion of assets across investment types, strategies and geographies. We have a global perspective on the alternatives market with worldwide research capabilities and a major international client base. Both global and regional mandates are structured to meet client investment objectives. Today we are approximately 45 professionals in alternatives research working in four locations: Santa Monica (Western US), Pittsburgh (Eastern US), Amsterdam (Europe), and Hong Kong (Asia/Pacific). What you’ll do: Contributing member of the Alternatives Manager Research team, with responsibilities throughout the investment process Help maintain the research database Act as a key member of deal teams, conducting due diligence and drafting investment memos for fund investments and transactions (e.g., co-investments and secondaries). QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Finance or related field 0-2 years of experience, preferably in finance Analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative); internship in investment banking, management consulting or financial services firm is a plus Outstanding written and oral communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) Ability to work independently and efficiently under time pressure in a fast- paced environment with a special attention to detail Additional InformationThis position will work on a hybrid model out of our Santa Monica, Pittsburgh, Chicago, or New York officeWe offer a comprehensive benefits package including a collaborative work environment, generous PTO, 401(k) match, affordable & comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance, CFA and other professional membership reimbursement, and more.The pay range for this position is $70,000-$78,000. However, base pay will be determined on an individual basis considering various factors, including location, qualifications, skills, and experience. The total compensation package includes eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus and a full range of health and financial benefit offerings, which will be provided in conjunction with an offer of employment.Visit for additional company information. Wilshire is an SEC registered investment adviser and required to track certain political contributions under Rule 206(4)-5. As such, you may be required to disclose your prior political contributions. We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we afford equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race/ethnicity, creed, color, religion, sex (including gender and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, disability, medical condition (as defined by California Government Code section 12926), or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment. In addition, Wilshire adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business. We are completely committed to these principles not only because of the various laws which address these subjects, but because it is the right thing to do for our employees and clients to thrive.If you have a disability, and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Department: Investment Solutions