Sustainable Investing Manager
About New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) is the largest workers’ compensation insurer in New York State and ranks among the ten largest insurers nationwide. With a mission to ensure the availability of workers’ compensation, disability insurance, and paid family leave at the lowest possible cost, NYSIF serves over 200,000 employers and covers 2 million workers in New York State. The fund is known for its commitment to maintaining a solvent fund and enhancing health outcomes for injured workers. NYSIF also emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its practices. About this Role The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) seeks a Sustainable Investments Manager to lead the charge in executing its sustainable investing strategy. This role is pivotal for seasoned investment professionals enthusiastic about the nexus of financial analysis and sustainability. As the Sustainable Investing Manager, the appointed individual will drive investment diligence and portfolio analysis emphasizing sustainability across various asset classes, both public and private markets. The position demands adept management of climate-related data and an influential role in shaping NYSIF’s expanding sustainable investment portfolio. Responsibilities • Lead sourcing and diligence of sustainable investment opportunities across asset classes. • Expand NYSIF’s network of sustainability-focused fund managers and platforms. • Conduct comprehensive due diligence on investment opportunities. • Handle due diligence on sustainability-oriented private funds. • Prepare investment memos and presentations for internal committees. • Support construction and monitoring of sustainable investment portfolios. • Evaluate ESG and climate performance at both investment and portfolio levels. • Manage ESG and climate-related data collection and reporting. • Utilize ESG and climate platforms for portfolio performance monitoring. • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement ESG priorities. • Support development of ESG-related frameworks, policies, and tools. • Prepare materials for senior leadership and external partners. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, sustainability, or a related field. • Minimum of seven years of experience in investment management or related fields. • Experience in evaluating financial and sustainability aspects of private markets funds. • Strong analytical and modeling capabilities. • Proficiency with ESG data platforms and tools. • Familiarity with leading sustainability frameworks and disclosure standards. • MBA, CFA, CAIA, or progress toward similar credentials preferred. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Proven ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams. Benefits • Competitive compensation and future career growth potential. • Open and supportive team-based environment. • Plentiful vacation, personal, and sick leave accruals. • Paid state and federal holidays. • Full medical, vision, and dental benefits. • Retirement options. • Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). • Possibility of telecommuting, flextime, and alternative work schedules. ImpactAlpha’s hard-working, AI-powered jobs bot generated this snappy summary from its original post. Click “Apply Now” to view the full description and apply. Apply tot his job