Research Assistant (PM - Sector Team)

Role:

• The Research Assistant will support a successful portfolio manager and their team of research, trading and alternative data professionals.  Candidates must be sufficiently dynamic to operate on a high level, even in a rapidly evolving environment, while maintaining a detail-oriented approach with a strong sense of ownership for one's work.  This is no easy task, and it will demand strong time management skills and the ability to effectively balance multiple tasks with competing priorities.
• Candidates should be motivated to improve existing research, administrative and organizational procedures while also learning more about the relevant investment sector.  We are seeking individuals who are determined to advance their career in finance.  This includes a desire to grow by adding increased responsibilities over time.
• Candidates must be confident in their ability to collaborate with senior management, corporate access specialists, traders, administrative staff and key vendors.  This requires strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented attitude.
• Candidates should be driven by intellectual curiosity; display discretion, always; and demonstrate outstanding regulatory awareness.

Functions:  

• Quarterbacking internal and external meeting calendar for research, trading and alternative data professionals.   Performing other calendar planning for the portfolio manager and other members of the sector team, including preventing conflicts.
• Collaborating with broker sales teams.
• Collaborating with external investor relations teams.
• Logging corporate access and broker interactions.
• Coordinating travel, accommodations and expense reports for research professionals.
• Developing an understanding of the relevant investment sector with an aim toward contributing to research.
• Participating in daily investment team meetings and weekly sector group meetings.
• Providing EA support and assisting with occasional personal requests from the portfolio manager.

Skills and Experience Required:  

• A bachelor’s degree with 1-3 years of administrative, research or other relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and related software.
• Proactive approach to following up on details, anticipating issues, and closing the loop on all requests.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Aside from candidates with finance and economics backgrounds, we are open to candidates with degrees in engineering, liberal arts (particularly in research disciplines), math, physical sciences, computer science and non-traditional undergraduate studies.  

Compensation:

The Firm offers a total compensation package that includes: (1) a base salary; and (2) discretionary performance-related bonus, as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Consistent with New York City’s Pay Transparency Law, the currently anticipated base salary range for this role is $75,000 to $100,000, which is specific to New York City and New York State.   When crafting an offer of employment and total compensation package for candidates, the Firm may incorporate a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, an individual’s experience level and qualifications.

The Firm:

J. Goldman & Co., L.P. (“JGC”) is an independent investment manager founded in 1986 by Jay G. Goldman and has been in continuous operation for three decades. JGC’s investment philosophy is based upon fundamental analysis, a comprehensive understanding of the capital markets and disciplined execution on investment ideas. JGC seeks to achieve attractive risk-adjusted returns in all market conditions with low correlation and low volatility. The firm employs a rigorous process to identify, evaluate and allocate capital to the best ideas of its investment professionals. JGC is a meritocracy where teamwork is demanded, talent is rewarded, and absolute integrity is required.