Senior Investment Director, Strategic Management & Operations (, CA, United States)

Senior Investment Director, Strategic Management & Operations

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Position Overview

The CalSTRS Investments Branch is seeking an experienced individual to serve as a Senior Investment Director overseeing Strategic Management & Operations. Under the direction of the Chief Investment Officer (CIO), this role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing the investment branch’s strategic priorities, business operations, and Investment Services divisions. The incumbent ensures compliance with investment policies, manages risks, and addresses audit-related issues. The Senior Investment Director will build strong relationships with peer leaders, CalSTRS executives, and external stakeholders, providing strategic recommendations and decisions that significantly impact the fund. Additionally, the role involves assisting the CIO in engaging with the Investment Committee and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and oversee strategic priorities for the Investment Branch.
2. Manage business operational functions and Investment Services divisions.
3. Ensure adherence to investment policies and mitigate operational and business risks.
4. Address audit and compliance issues proactively.
5. Foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the Investment Committee.
6. Provide strategic recommendations impacting the fund.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of investment principles across multi-asset classes, including public and private markets.
• Understanding of investment accounting and transaction processes.
• Experience managing investment performance, compliance, ethics programs, or investment operations for large portfolios.
• Proven ability to develop and implement investment policies and strategies.
• Ability to evaluate operational and compliance risks.
• Experience presenting to Boards or Investment Committees.
• Leadership experience managing diverse professional investment teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively.
• Capacity to promote cross-functional collaboration aligned with CalSTRS strategic goals.
• Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CFA, CCIM, FRM, CIMA, or CAIA are advantageous and may qualify for a pay differential.

Additional Details

• Position level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industries: Government, Investment Management, Strategic Planning
• Salary Range: $290,004 - $430,008 per year, with potential incentive compensation up to 150% of base salary.
• Relocation benefits may be available.

This role offers excellent benefits, including medical, vision, pension plans, and paid leave.