The Washington State Investment Board (WSIB) is a dedicated global investment management organization with over $244 billion in assets under management. The WSIB's globally diversified portfolios are comprised of more than 17,000 holdings across 91 countries on 6 continents and in 50 currencies. The WSIB's central mandate is to maximize return at a prudent level of risk. The WSIB manages investments for 18 retirement plans for public employees, teachers, school employees, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and judges. We also manage investments for several other important public funds that benefit Washington’s industrial insurance program, colleges and universities, and developmental disability programs. The WSIB’s excellent investment performance dramatically contributes to the state’s bottom line.
To learn more about our organization and the work we do, please visit our website at sib.wa.gov and follow us on LinkedIn.
The WSIB operates in a hybrid work environment, and this position should anticipate 60% of their time in the office.
This recruitment will remain open until filled, and it is in the candidate’s best interest to apply early.
The WSIB is seeking a qualified candidate to join our Fixed Income team as an Assistant Investment Officer or Investment Officer to assist in the prudent management of the fixed income portfolio in a manner consistent with statutes, regulations, Board policies, and the highest standard of professional conduct, for the exclusive benefit of fund beneficiaries.
We are looking for a curious, motivated, and technically proficient professional who brings a combination of analytical expertise, market awareness, and commitment to excellence. The ideal candidate will have a background in business, finance, computer science, or related technical discipline, with strong proficiency in Excel and experience with programming languages and data tools such as SQL and Python. Familiarity with Bloomberg, financial markets, database management, risk reporting, and ad hoc analysis is highly desirable. A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation or progress towards is preferred but not required.
We value a creative thinker and collaborative problem-solver who demonstrates initiative, tenacity, adaptability, and a genuine desire to learn and grow. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who thrives in a structured public-sector environment, embraces opportunities to develop new skills, approaches challenges with curiosity, and contributes to a culture grounded in kindness, collaboration, accountability, and high achievement.
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IF SELECTED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY, YOU WILL:
