Sustainable Investing Manager

NY HELP No Agency Insurance Fund, State Title Sustainable Investing Manager Occupational Category Other Professional Careers Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $225000 to $246000 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage 10% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.50 Workday From 8 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County New York Street Address 199 Church Street City New York City State NY Zip Code 10007 Duties Description Description:The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF), with over $20 billion in assets under management, is hiring a Sustainable Investments Manager to support the implementation of its sustainable investing strategy. This is a high-impact role for an experienced investment professional who thrives at the intersection of financial analysis and sustainability.The Manager will lead investment diligence and portfolio analysis related to sustainability across asset classes, including public and private marketsu2014while managing climate-related data and helping shape NYSIFu2019s growing sustainable investment portfolio. This position is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, deep familiarity with sustainability data and frameworks, management experience, and a passion for aligning investment outcomes with environmental and social goals.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Sourcing and Due Diligenceu2022 Lead sourcing and diligence of sustainable investment opportunities across asset classesu2014including public equities, fixed income, private equity, credit, real assets, and structured productsu2014with a focus on Sustainability-integrated, climate-aligned, and impact-oriented strategies.u2022 Leverage existing relationships and proactively expand NYSIFu2019s network of sustainability-focused fund managers and platforms.u2022 Conduct rigorous due diligence of investment opportunities, including both financial and Sustainability considerations and assess alignment with NYSIFu2019s sustainability objectives and risk-return profile.u2022 Responsible for leading due diligence on Sustainability oriented private funds, including, for example u2013 decarbonization, renewable energy, and affordable housing funds. u2022 Prepare comprehensive investment memos and presentations and support review and approval processes through internal investment committees.Portfolio Oversight and Benchmarkingu2022 Support the construction and ongoing monitoring of NYSIFu2019s sustainable investment portfolio, including performance attribution, risk assessment, and ESG/impact tracking.u2022 Evaluate and benchmark ESG and climate performance at both the individual investment and total portfolio levels.u2022 Track implementation of sustainability-related goals, including net zero alignment, climate risk mitigation, and social impact contributions.Data Management and Reportingu2022 Manage ESG and climate-related data collection, analysis, and reporting across all asset classes.u2022 Analyze metrics such as carbon emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3), net zero targets, science-based commitments, physical and transition risk exposure, and alignment with industry standards (e.g., TCFD, SBTi, CDP, PCAF).u2022 Utilize ESG and climate platforms (e.g., MSCI, Aladdin Climate, Sustainalytics, Bloomberg, ISS) to monitor portfolio exposure and performance.u2022 Co-author reports, including climate disclosures, investment case studies, and thematic analyses.Stakeholder Engagement and Policy Supportu2022 Collaborate with internal teams (investment staff, legal, risk, operations) and external stakeholders (consultants, fund managers, regulators) to implement NYSIFu2019s ESG priorities.u2022 Support development of ESG-related investment frameworks, policies, and evaluation tools.u2022 Prepare materials and briefings for senior leadership, the Board, and external partners. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in finance, economics, sustainability, or a related field.u2022 Minimum of seven years of experience in investment management, sustainable investing, or ESG research, with a demonstrated track record of fund sourcing, evaluation, and portfolio oversight.u2022 Experience evaluating financial and sustainability aspects of private markets funds.u2022 Strong analytical and modeling capabilities with experience integrating ESG and financial data.u2022 Proficiency with some ESG data platforms and tools (e.g., MSCI, Bloomberg, Aladdin, ISS, Sustainalytics).u2022 Familiarity with leading sustainability frameworks and disclosure standards (e.g., TCFD, PRI, CDP, GHG Protocol, SFDR, SBTi).Preferred Qualifications:u2022 MBA, CFA, CAIA, or progress toward a similar credential.u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing investment memos and ESG reporting.u2022 Deep understanding of sustainable finance market trends and ESG regulatory developments.u2022 Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.Please be advised that the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) does not offer sponsorship for employment visas to employees or potential employees. Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position. NYSIF is not currently enrolled in eVerify, which is a requirement for certain types of employment verifications Additional Comments Additional Information: u2022 Primary Location: New York Cityu2022 Travel: 10%u2022 Schedule: 9 AM u2013 5 PMu2022 Telecommuting: Subject to NYSIFu2019s telecommuting program approval process, this position may offer up to 50% telecommuting. u2022 Jurisdictional classification: Exemptu2022 Bargaining unit: Management Confidential (M/C)u2022 Civil Service title: Special Investment Officer All exempt appointments require completion of a background check by the NYS Governoru2019s Office of Appointments prior to appointment and completion of an annual Financial Disclosure Statement upon appointment offer. As this position is not tenure-bearing, except under specific circumstances, the employment relationship can be altered at any time by either the incumbent or the appointing authority. Fringe Benefits: u2022 Competitive Compensationu2022 Future Career Growth Potential u2022 Open and Supportive Team-Based Environmentu2022 Plentiful Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave Accruals u2022 Paid State and Federal Holidaysu2022 Full Medical, Vision, and Dentalu2022 Retirement Optionsu2022 Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)u2022 Possibility of Telecommuting, Flextime, and Alternative Work SchedulesAbout NYSIF:NYSIF is the largest workers' compensation insurer in New York State and among the ten largest nationwide. NYSIF covers 2 million workers and insures 200,000 employers in New York State. NYSIF's mission is to guarantee the availability of workers' compensation, disability insurance and paid family leave at the lowest possible cost to New York employers while maintaining a solvent fund. Since its inception 110 years ago, NYSIF has fulfilled this mission by competing with other insurance carriers to ensure a fair marketplace while serving as a guaranteed source of coverage for employers that cannot secure coverage elsewhere. NYSIF strives to achieve the best health outcomes for injured workers and be an industry leader in price, quality, and service for New York employers. For more information, visit .?NYSIF Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) prioritizes and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout our agency. NYSIF provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law. We believe that embracing our differences brings richness, new ideas and experiences to NYSIF, which energizes a creative and innovative work environment. We strive to foster a workplace where diverse individuals are able to participate fully in the decision-making process and have ample opportunity for advancement. We are committed to investing the necessary resources and attention to improving the engagement, retention, and promotion of the extraordinary talent we have.Executive Order 31:Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. NYSIF is proud to utilize best practices to recruit, hire, retain, and promote career advancement of individuals with disabilities. This includes special focus on current and prospective employees with the most significant disabilities, such as the use of supported employment, individual placement with support services, customized employment, the civil service sections 55/b and 55/c programs, internships, and job shadowing. If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please send an email to NYSIFu2019s Reasonable Accommodations mailbox at . Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name HR Exec Telephone Fax 518-437-1618 Email Address Address Street 15 Computer Drive West City Albany State NY Zip Code 12205 Notes on Applying Candidates must submit a resume and cover letter outlining their interests and skills to referencing the NYSIF Vacancy Posting Number in the subject line. Submissions without a cover letter may not be considered.

Created: 2025-11-26