Investment Management Associate Jobs

Investment Management Associate jobs are open across asset management, banking, insurance, and private equity, from analyst-level to senior associate, with specializations in portfolio analysis, client relationship management, and fund operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles246+
Top stateMassachusetts
Top employerState Street
Top cityBoston, MA
Work type58% Hybrid
Top industryBanking

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AI QA Automation Engineer, AVP - State Street Investment Management
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AI QA Automation Engineer, AVP - State Street Investment Management
State Street
Boston, Massachusetts
Engineering (Non-Software)
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$80k - $140k/yr
10,000+

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Investment Management Engineer
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Investment Management Engineer
Samsung Electronics
Taylor, Texas
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
Sales
$106k - $145k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Director of Investment Management
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Director of Investment Management
Enya Labs
Remote
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$161k - $193k/yr

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Controller | Investment Management
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Controller | Investment Management
Montshire Advisors
Bedford, New Hampshire
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
$85k - $125k/yr
Hybrid

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Asset & Wealth Management, Private Credit, Investment Grade Corporate Credit, Vice President (Workout & Restructuring) - New York
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Asset & Wealth Management, Private Credit, Investment Grade Corporate Credit, Vice President (Workout & Restructuring) - New York
Goldman Sachs
New York, New York
Accounting
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
Customer Service & Support
$155k - $300k/yr
10,000+

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Investment Management Associate Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • State Street57
  • JPMorganChase49
  • Deloitte10
  • Circuit Stream8
  • Bank of America7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services
  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Fintech
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Insurance

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in investment management associate jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related quantitative field
  • CFA designation or demonstrated progress toward candidacy preferred
  • Proficiency in Excel-based financial modeling and portfolio analysis
  • Experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, Morningstar, or similar data platforms
  • One to three years of experience in investment analysis, asset management, or banking
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing reporting and presentations

Tips for Your Investment Management Associate Job Search

Tailor your resume to asset class

Hiring managers in fixed income, equities, and alternatives each look for different modeling skills and terminology. Align your resume language to the specific asset class the role covers so your experience reads as directly relevant, not generic.

Highlight CFA progress clearly

Many postings require or strongly prefer CFA candidates. State your level and exam status explicitly in your resume header. Passing Level I while actively pursuing Level II signals commitment and often moves you past the first screening round.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists investment management associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Demonstrate proficiency in financial modeling tools

Job postings consistently ask for Bloomberg, FactSet, or Morningstar experience alongside Excel. If you have hands-on exposure, name the specific functions you used. If you don't, build a sample portfolio analysis in Excel and reference it in your application.

Prepare for case-study rounds early

Many associate interviews include a timed stock pitch or portfolio scenario. Practice structuring a full investment thesis in under 20 minutes, including valuation rationale and risk factors, so the format doesn't slow you down on the day.

Negotiate total compensation, not just base

Investment management offers often include discretionary bonuses, carried interest, or profit-sharing that can significantly change the value of an offer. Ask during the offer stage how bonus targets are set and what the historical payout range has looked like for associates in that group.

Investment Management Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most investment management associates?

The most active employers for investment management associates right now are State Street, JPMorganChase, and Deloitte, and the most openings are in Massachusetts, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in firms managing mutual funds, pension assets, and wealth management portfolios.

How many investment management associate jobs are remote?

About 86% of investment management associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully on-site roles remain common for positions with direct client contact or trading desk exposure. Research and operations-focused associate roles, particularly in fund accounting and compliance support, tend to offer the most remote flexibility.

How do you become an investment management associate?

Start with a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a quantitative field, then gain experience through internships or entry-level roles in banking, research, or financial analysis. Build proficiency in Excel modeling and at least one institutional data platform. Pursuing the CFA designation strengthens your candidacy significantly, as many firms treat Level I passage as a baseline filter for associate-level hiring.

How do you get hired as an investment management associate with little experience?

Focus on roles labeled analyst-to-associate tracks at mid-size asset managers or fund administrators, where firms expect to train candidates with strong academic backgrounds but limited direct experience. Demonstrating a self-built portfolio model, writing a published investment thesis, or completing a relevant internship can substitute for work history. Smaller boutique firms and family offices also hire associates with less experience than larger institutions typically require.

What does the investment management associate interview process look like?

Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a technical interview covering valuation methods, portfolio construction, and market knowledge. A case study or stock pitch round is standard, requiring you to present a written investment recommendation under time pressure. Final rounds typically involve senior portfolio managers and may include questions about your view on specific asset classes or current market conditions.

Where can I find and apply to investment management associate jobs?

You can find and apply to investment management associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target asset class, and apply directly to each listing that fits.

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