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Summer Student – Junior Market Research Analyst
Voya Financial
Windsor, CT, United States
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Voya Investment Management (Voya IM) is a leading active asset management firm. As of December 31, 2017, Voya IM manages approximately $232 billion* for affiliated and external institutions as well as individual investors. Drawing on over 40 years of experience and an ongoing commitment to reliable investing, Voya IM has the resources and expertise to help long-term investors achieve strong investment results.
• Reports to the Head of Strategic Analysis and works directly with Market Research Analysts.
• Primary responsibilities are to assist in the day-to-day competitive analysis effort, evaluating Voya’s strategies relative to competition in terms of performance, process and portfolio positioning using a wide variety of industry resources. Provide comprehensive analysis on investment performance relative to the market, benchmark and peers and package into various outputs, tailoring depth, breadth and output according to internal client, audience and delivery method.
• Will have the opportunity to assist in the research and analysis of the markets in which Voya Investment Management operates to identify and evaluate industry and investment product trends, existing and emerging competitors, sales opportunities and other factors affecting the business environment.
• Will gain valuable, marketable exposure to investment management processes and functional areas (Product, Marketing, Sales, and Business Development). Daily use of industry databases (such as Morningstar, Zephyr) and publications that will lead to the development of firsthand knowledge and skills on uncovering industry and competitive information including performance, new fund filings, manager, product and strategy changes, search activity and how it is packaged and distributed to business partners. Hire will leave with a deep understanding of various packaged investment products – mutual funds, variable portfolios, commingled funds and separate accounts.
Experience
• Looking for a candidate with an interest in investing and investments – not necessarily a Finance major but ought to have basic knowledge of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.
• Strong analytic, communication and problem solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Pro-active, dedicated, and self-motivated with the ability and flexibility to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Microsoft Excel experience a requirement.
• Ideally a rising Sophomore or Junior who can work full-time during the summer intern season and 5-10 hours per week during the school year.
Location: Windsor, CT
Critical Skills
At Voya, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture:
• Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.
• Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.
• Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals.
• Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.
• Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.
Learn more about Critical Skills.