Assistant Investment Officer - Public Equity

Full Job Description

This recruitment will remain open until filled. The WSIB may make a hiring decision at any time. It is in the candidate’s best interest to apply early.

The Washington State Investment Board (WSIB) is a dedicated global investment management organization with over $ 234.1 billion in assets under management as of December 2025.

The WSIB's globally diversified portfolios are comprised of more than 18,500 holdings across 91 countries on 6 continents and in 50 currencies.

The WSIB's central mandate is to maximize return at a prudent level of risk.

The WSIB manages investments for 18 retirement plans for public employees, teachers, school employees, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and judges, as well as managing the assets of many other state programs.

The WSIB’s excellent investment performance dramatically contributes to the wellbeing of the state’s citizens.

To learn more about our organization and the work we do, please visit our website at sib.wa.gov and follow us on LinkedIn.

The WSIB operates in a hybrid work environment and this position should anticipate 60% of their time in the office. Initially, this position will be based in the Olympia office.

Over the longer term, there may be an option to work from the Seattle office of the WSIB. This position will require some travel.

The WSIB is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as an Assistant Investment Officer (AIO) on the Public Equity Team.

This is an opportunity to join a globally recognized investment management organization.

The primary objective of the AIO – Public Equity is to provide technical and analytical support to the unit while participating in the ongoing selection, due diligence, and monitoring of public equity investments, all while ensuring consistency with the WSIB’s Mission, Vision, and Values, as well as the State of Washington’s statutes and regulations.

The WSIB’s public equity unit manages the investment of the public equity allocation of all programs including the defined benefit assets and the investment options for the defined contribution plans.

Public equity is further utilized in the Labor and Industries’ funds, the Guaranteed Education Tuition program, the Developmental Disability Endowment Fund, the Permanent Funds, and other programs as needed.

All of the WSIB’s public equity allocations are managed through external investment managers.

The AIO must work with the highest standard of professional and ethical conduct, and for the exclusive benefit of WSIB beneficiaries.

The position will support and participate in all aspects of public equity investment management including rebalancing, searches, monitoring, research, analysis, development of recommendations, and risk management, supporting the public equity unit in meeting or exceeding its investment return objectives.

Requirements

We’re looking for someone who is perceptive and insightful, embodies intellectual curiosity, and is dedicated to continuous learning.

The candidate should be intellectually agile and motivated, with a foundation of basic investment knowledge, unwavering integrity, and a strong desire to learn and grow in a culture that values excellence and respect.

We expect a blend of enthusiasm and humility.

We are looking for someone who is adaptable and trustworthy; values teamwork and relationships with others; and values differences of opinions and backgrounds.

This position requires a self-starting, critical-thinking individual who embraces the opportunities and challenges associated with working for one of the world’s leading asset allocators.

The successful candidate, as they develop, will be expected to:

• Execute trading or rebalancing activities as required
• Become an integral part of the unit’s data maintenance, analyses, and risk reporting efforts
• Contribute to manager monitoring on relationships assigned by the Senior Investment Officer (SIO) and/or their supervisor
• Assist with research on a variety of topics relating to public equity markets, and public equity investments, allocations, and structures
• Travel as required

Qualifications

COMPETITIVE APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in business, mathematics, economics, finance, statistics, or closely related field
• Knowledge of capital markets and macroeconomics
• Intellectual curiosity
• Strong analytical, critical, original, and creative thinking skills
• Integrity, honesty, and sound ethical judgment

THE STRONGEST APPLICANT WILL HAVE:

• Demonstrated progress towards completing the CFA designation
• Experience related to equity markets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to process and integrate large quantities of complex information
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and complete multiple projects in a timely manner
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office, and experience with manager databases and risk systems

If your experience or qualifications look different from what we have identified and you think you can be successful in this position, please address this in your cover letter.

Additional Information

In addition to a complete profile, please include:

• A cover letter specifying why the WSIB and this position is of interest to you and an example from your life or work that demonstrates your ability to learn. This letter should be no more than two pages.

• A current chronological resume.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Prior to a new hire, a background check including education verification, credit check, and criminal record history will be conducted.

Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

At the WSIB you’ll work with talented, passionate co-workers focused on maximizing the investment returns for the exclusive benefit of the beneficiaries.

The WSIB is a respected institutional investor and thought leader in its industry and we value diverse perspectives and life experiences.

WSIB is open to candidates who may require employment-based visa sponsorship.

Sponsorship decisions are made based on position requirements, business needs, candidate qualifications, and applicable immigration regulations.

The WSIB is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color and those representing diverse ethnicities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision for employee & dependents; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS);Vacation, Sick, and other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays and 1 Personal Holiday per year; Public Service Loan Forgiveness; Long Term Disability; Life Insurance; Deferred Compensation Programs; Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP); Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA); Employee Assistance Program; Commute Trip Reduction Incentives; professional development opportunities; flexible work schedules; and participation in the Combined Fund Drive; and SmartHealth.

An overview of benefits of state employment and WSIB specifically can also be found on our website. WSIB’s benefits highlight our commitment to employee growth, including tuition assistance and opportunities to pursue professional certifications, such as the CFA.

The WSIB is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the WSIB will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@sib.wa.gov.