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Job description
Our vision for the future is based on the idea that transforming financial lives starts by giving our people the freedom to transform their own. We have a flexible work environment, and fluid career paths. We not only encourage but celebrate internal mobility. We also recognize the importance of purpose, well-being, and work-life balance. Within Empower and our communities, we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, and our associates dedicate thousands of hours to volunteering for causes that matter most to them.
Chart your own path and grow your career while helping more customers achieve financial freedom. Empower Yourself.
The Analyst is responsible for U.S. market and economic analysis within Empower's Strategist Office. The Strategist Office develops Empower's economic and market outlook and provides market perspectives to financial media, clients, and the general public.
The role conducts sector, industry, macroeconomic, and financial market research; contributes to economic and market outlooks; supports separately managed account activities; and develops research and content for internal and external audiences.
This individual must be based in proximity to the Chicago, IL or Greenwood Village, CO office and is a hybrid position.
What You Will Do
Provide ongoing research coverage of U.S. sectors and industries, with an emphasis on valuations and scenario analysis of company and industry fundamentals, including earnings, revenue, and cash flow
Conduct macroeconomic and financial market research and contribute to quarterly and annual Economic and Market Outlooks
Support the management of a separately managed account (SMA) by providing research, analysis, and insights related to portfolio positioning and performance
Conduct ad hoc economic, market, sector, and industry research in support of media, conferences, and client needs
Collaborate with Marketing to develop research-driven content for internal and external audiences
What You Will Bring
Bachelor's degree required; degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field strongly preferred
5 years of relevant experience in investment research, economic research, equity research, market strategy, asset management, or a related field
Current CFA designation strongly preferred; or at minimum progress towards completing CFA (i.e. Level I or Level II passed)
Proficiency with Bloomberg (BBG)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong quantitative and analytical skills
Ability to develop compelling data visualizations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated persistence, creativity, and intellectual curiosity
What Will Set You Apart
Experience conducting U.S. macroeconomic, financial market, sector, or industry research
Experience with fundamental analysis, valuation analysis, and financial modeling
Experience supporting portfolio management or separately managed accounts
Experience translating complex economic and market research into content for clients, media, or other external audiences
***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***
What we offer you
We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Retirement savings - 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
Generous paid time off upon hire - including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
Paid volunteer time - 16 hours per calendar year
Leave of absence programs - including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.
Base Salary Range
$87,400.00 - $123,400.00 The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Equal opportunity employer * Drug-free workplace
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.
***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***
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