Investment Management STEM OPT Jobs in Pennsylvania
Investment management F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania are concentrated in Philadelphia's financial district, where firms like Vanguard, SEI Investments, and Susquehanna International Group have established STEM-intensive quantitative research, risk analytics, and portfolio technology teams that actively hire F-1 candidates on OPT authorization.
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INTRODUCTION
The Investment Manager Services Division (IMS) at SEI is seeking new members on our Data Operations team. As a business analyst, you will serve as a dedicated resource to the alternative investment fund services department to assist with internal and external client solutions/product based support.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- As a member of the Data Operations team, you will learn about the data sources and applications that are critical to IMS clients.
- You’ll be documenting data workflows where and when necessary.
- You will be responsible for developing an understanding of our data pipelines and the data model that support our internal data warehouse.
- You will be expected to have hands on access and be able to query and analyze data.
- You will be expected to maintain a general understanding of our various businesses, client businesses and financial services generally.
- You will gain responsibility for data governance processes that ensure our clients data accurate and complete.
- Assist in creating and maintaining data quality scorecards, dashboards and reporting.
- Support the rollout and use of data governance tools, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BA / BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Business Analyst role is preferred
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and SQL.
- Previous experience utilizing cloud-based tools is preferred.
- The self-motivation, organization and drive to complete multiple client deliverables in a timely manner without sacrificing excellence or quality.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills as you will primarily support your clients through email and/or phone calls.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A drive to broaden one’s knowledge of the financial services industry by learning new concepts and systems and taking the initiative to apply it to daily work assignments.
- Attention-to-detail to ensure that all deliverables consistently meet the highest standard of quality and accuracy.
- Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. As the needs of our clients change, we need to be flexible to change with them.
- Positivity and collegial approach in assisting both colleagues and clients and the ability to work in team environment.
- Curiosity, critical thinking and attention to detail: Whether it’s to identify a solution to a problem or possibly help implement a more efficient process or procedure, your skills have a place in our business.
- Someone who will embody our SEI Values of courage, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, connection and fun.
SEI’s competitive advantage:
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.
We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures (SM)—for our clients, our communities, and ourselves. Come build your brave future at SEI.
The position title reflected in this job description is aligned with SEI's current internal job architecture. As part of SEI's role and career framework, internal job titles may not directly correspond to external market titles and may differ from titles previously assigned during an employee's tenure or at the time of hire.
SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…
After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our offices encompass an open floor plan and numerous art installations designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset and that a healthy, happy, and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. At SEI, we’re (literally) invested in your success. We offer our employees paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, education assistance and access to thriving employee networks.
SEI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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SEI acknowledges the growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) tools into individuals’ personal and professional lives. If you intend to incorporate the use of any AI tools at any stage of the application and/or interview process, please ensure you have reviewed and adhere to our AI use guidelines.
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Search Investment Management Jobs in PennsylvaniaInvestment Management STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
Which investment management companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania's largest investment management sponsors include Vanguard in Malvern, SEI Investments in Oaks, and Susquehanna International Group in Bala Cynwyd. Smaller quantitative hedge funds and asset managers along Philadelphia's Main Line and in Pittsburgh's financial sector also file STEM OPT-compatible roles, particularly in data analytics, quantitative research, and financial technology positions that fall under STEM-designated degree fields.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most investment management F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia and its western suburbs, including Malvern, Oaks, and Berwyn, account for the majority of Pennsylvania investment management STEM OPT positions, driven by the concentration of large asset managers and quantitative trading firms in the region. Pittsburgh offers a secondary market, with opportunities at regional investment firms and bank-affiliated asset management divisions that recruit from Carnegie Mellon and University of Pittsburgh STEM programs.
How do I find investment management F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate filters investment management roles in Pennsylvania by visa sponsorship type, making it straightforward to identify positions open to F-1 STEM OPT candidates specifically. You can search by city, role type, and employer filing history to find quantitative, analytics, and technology-facing investment management positions at Pennsylvania firms with a documented record of sponsoring STEM OPT workers.
What types of investment management roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Pennsylvania?
Roles that qualify tend to require degrees in STEM-designated fields such as computer science, mathematics, statistics, financial engineering, or data science. In Pennsylvania investment management, this includes quantitative analyst, risk analyst, data engineer, investment technology developer, and portfolio analytics positions. Front-office roles like generalist investment analyst may qualify if the employer ties the position directly to a STEM degree requirement.
Are there any Pennsylvania-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in investment management?
Pennsylvania investment management employers hiring STEM OPT workers must be enrolled in E-Verify, a federal requirement for all STEM OPT extensions. Philadelphia-area firms subject to SEC registration and FINRA oversight sometimes have additional onboarding compliance steps that can affect start-date timing. Students at Pennsylvania universities should confirm with their DSO that the role and employer meet STEM OPT training plan requirements before accepting an offer.