Investment Analyst Fixed Income, Associate (Hybrid) ID- 11076

December 2, 2024

There’s never been a better time to join NJM! With a nationally ranked reputation for outstanding customer service and a history that spans more than a century, NJM is a leading provider of worker’s compensation, automobile and homeowners insurance in New Jersey. NJM Insurance Group is seeking an Investment Analyst Fixed Income, Associate to join its Investments Department. This position will be based out of NJM’s West Trenton, NJ office and have a hybridwork schedule.

Compensation for the position is anticipated to be in the $67,000 to $78,000 range annually based upon experience and credentials. The position is also eligible to participate in NJM's annual incentive plan.

Reporting to the Manager of Fixed Income Investments, the Associate Fixed Income Investment Analyst will provide a range of responsibilities including:

Evaluating investment returns, risk management, market research, setting investment objectives, asset allocation, and securities analysis.
Ensure proper settlement of all securities transactions. Research and analyze assigned economic sectors.
Research and analyze assigned universe of companies consisting of current NJM holdings or potential investments.
Assess the investment thesis for each holding on an ongoing basis. Identify new investment opportunities. and present recommendations to the Portfolio Manager.
Respond to audit inquiries.
Monitor sector trends on an ongoing basis.
Assess the impact on the financial market as well as on individual securities.
Participate in departmental cross-training and in special projects.

Requirements:

Undergraduate degree required. Should be planning to attain Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and/or MBA
Relevant investments experience preferred (will consider recent grads with a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant area of study with no experience but have an internship in a relevant area)
Progressive knowledge of the investment process across a range of asset classes
Understanding of financial markets and institutional investing
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong working knowledge of Excel and databases
Inquiring and analytically minded with a logical and thorough work ethic
Ability to grasp issues and other innovative solutions
Demonstrate fiscal responsibility through efficient, conservative management of resources
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and quantitative/analytical skills

NJM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that is fully representative of the diversity that exists in the communities in which we do business.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

In addition to an undergraduate degree, the successful candidate should be planning to attain Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and/or an MBA with relevant investments experience preferred (will consider recent grads with a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant area of study with no experience but have an internship in a relevant area)? Based upon this, are you qualified for the position?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

financial markets and institutional investing: 1 year (Required)
Analysis skills: 1 year (Required)
Fixed Income Investment: 2 years (Required)

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Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

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