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Fund Associate, Strategic Investments
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What We Do With residents and partners, LISC forges resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America - great places to live, work, visit, do business and raise families. Strategies We Pursue
Since 1979, LISC and its affiliates have invested approximately $29.7 billion in businesses, affordable housing, health, educational mobility, community and recreational facilities, public safety, employment, and other projects that help to revitalize and stabilize underinvested communities. Headquartered in New York City, LISC's reach spans the country from East coast to West coast in 38 markets with offices extending from Buffalo to San Franciscoand in 2,400 rural counties across 49 states and Puerto Rico.Visit us at www.lisc.org About Strategic Investments The LISC Strategic Investments team leads the design, development, and deployment of impact investment funds in LISC's local markets nationwide. Strategic Investments employs an "impact first" investment methodology that optimizes the impact on the communities we care about while achieving sustainable risk-adjusted returns for investors. The unique power of LISCs local office presence combined with the strength of our national investment expertise is a powerful combination for creating real impact in the communities we serve. This network requires careful coordination between Strategic Investments, the LISC Local Offices, and other stakeholders within LISC. While many groups within the LISC organization support fund management activities, the Strategic Investments team is ultimately responsible for ensuring a successful track record for LISC's off balance sheet fund investments. Visit us at www.liscstrategicinvestments.org Position Description This role is a critical position within the Strategic Investments (SI) team's Small Business Loan Funds group, focusing on creating investment strategies and managing small business loan funds. As part of a team that operates a secondary market for mission-based small business lenders, primarily Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), you will play a pivotal role in providing liquidity to these organizations by facilitating the purchase of small business loans. Your responsibilities will span reporting, financial data management, fund management, and advanced analytics. You will be at the intersection of impact investing and community development, helping to ensure that payments from small business borrowers are effectively managed to repay fund investors.This position requires a unique blend of financial acumen, analytical expertise, and strategic thinking. You'll be tasked with optimizing data systems, conducting in-depth financial analyses, producing high-impact reports for diverse stakeholders, and solving complex problems often with incomplete information. Ideal candidates will bring a strong background in finance, preferably with prior experience producing financial and investor reports, and a passion for using their skills to drive social impact. This role offers an opportunity to leverage advanced financial and analytical skills to directly support underserved communities and small businesses, making a tangible difference in the realm of impact investing. Responsibilities Fund Reporting (50%)
Financial Data Management (30%)
Fund Management (20%)
Qualifications
Compensation LISC offers a competitive salary of $91,800 - 127,500 and excellent fringe benefits. *Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications. Our benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage: Comprehensive health plans for you and your family's well-being;Disability Insurance: Long-term and short-term coverage for peace of mind; Retirement Savings: Secure your future with our 401(k) and 403(b) plans; Generous Holidays: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and celebrate; Vacation, PTO, and Sick Days: Take advantage of flexible time-off policies to maintain work-life balance; Tuition Assistance: Pursue your educational goals with support from our tuition assistance program; Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates to join our team; Professional Development Opportunities: Grow and advance in your career with access to ongoing training and development programs tailored to your goals. LISC is an equal opportunity employer. LISC does not discriminate in employment on account of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military status or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. LISC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND JUSTICE |