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Amwins

State Fund Insurance - Associate Broker

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Join our Amwins Access State Fund team in Santa Rosa as an Associate Broker! This is a full-time, in office position in our Santa Rosa, CA office with a hybrid schedule once training is complete.

Amwins

State Fund Insurance - Associate Broker

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Join our Amwins Access State Fund team in Santa Rosa as an Associate Broker! This is a full-time, in office position in our Santa Rosa, CA office with a hybrid schedule once training is complete.

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How much do fund associate jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for fund associate in California is $139,360.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,400.00 and $209,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fund associate?

Fund Associates are entry- to mid-level professionals who support the management and operations of investment funds, such as private equity, venture capital, or mutual funds. Their responsibilities typically include conducting financial analysis, performing due diligence on potential investments, preparing reports for investors, and assisting with fund administration. Fund Associates work closely with senior investment professionals to help evaluate opportunities and monitor portfolio performance. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and often a background in finance, accounting, or a related field.

What is the difference between Fund Associate vs Investment Analyst?

AspectFund AssociateInvestment Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, finance or related field; some roles may prefer CFA Level IBachelor's degree, finance/economics; CFA Level I often preferred
Work EnvironmentFinancial firms, asset management companies, private equity firmsInvestment banks, asset managers, hedge funds
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in asset management and private equityWidespread across investment firms and financial institutions
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level roles in fund managementAnalyzing roles in investment research and analysis

Fund Associates typically support fund operations, client reporting, and due diligence, focusing on administrative and operational tasks. Investment Analysts conduct in-depth market research, financial modeling, and investment analysis to inform decision-making. While both roles require finance knowledge and similar credentials, Fund Associates are more operational, whereas Investment Analysts focus on analysis and research.

What are some common challenges fund associates face when managing multiple investment portfolios simultaneously?

Fund Associates often manage several investment portfolios at once, which requires strong organizational and time-management skills. Balancing competing deadlines for reporting, due diligence, and investor communications can be challenging, especially during peak periods like quarter-end. Effective collaboration with analysts, portfolio managers, and back-office teams is essential to ensure accurate data, timely execution of trades, and compliance with regulations. Adopting efficient workflow processes and leveraging technology tools can help handle these challenges and maintain high-quality output.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fund associate?

To thrive as a Fund Associate, you need strong analytical skills, a solid grasp of finance and accounting principles, and a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Proficiency with Excel, financial modeling software, and portfolio management systems is typically required, and certifications like CFA or CAIA can be advantageous. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively under pressure are standout soft skills. These skills ensure accurate fund operations, compliance, and effective support for fund managers and investors.

What cities in California are hiring for Fund Associate jobs?

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Event Driven Hedge Fund Associate

Neuberger Berman

San Francisco, CA

$125K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Neuberger's Principal Strategies Group (PSG) is a $3.5 billion alternative investment platform that sits at the intersection of public and private markets. The group manages a differentiated suite of strategies, including a market neutral event-driven hedge fund strategy and a private market crossover equity strategy, offering investors exposure to compelling opportunities across the equity event spectrum.

We are seeking a driven and analytically rigorous investment professional to focus on our market neutral event driven strategy. In this role, you will take an active part in evaluating and executing public market equity investment opportunities across sectors. The ideal candidate brings 2 years of experience in a top-tier investment banking program followed by 2 years in public market buyside/hedge fund experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Analyzing and conducting comprehensive due diligence on public market equity opportunities

  • Performing in-depth financial analysis of companies and industries

  • Build and maintain complex financial models, including DCF, LBO, and comparable company analyses to evaluate investment opportunities

  • Monitor portfolio positions through ongoing tracking of company developments, earnings releases, news flow, and macro/sector trends

  • Analyze corporate events including mergers & acquisitions, spin-offs, restructurings, activist situations, and other special situations to identify alpha-generating opportunities

  • Prepare detailed investment memos and present recommendations to the portfolio management team

  • Track and synthesize sell-side research, industry reports, and alternative data sources to develop differentiated investment theses

  • Engage with company management teams, industry experts, and sell-side analysts to gather qualitative and quantitative insights

  • Support portfolio risk management through position sizing analysis, scenario modeling, and stress testing

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with trading, risk, and operations teams to support seamless execution and portfolio management

  • Supporting fund marketing and existing client requests

  • Conducting ad hoc special projects

Qualifications:

  • Must have excellent academic credentials (both undergraduate school and GPA)

  • Must have 2 years of top-tier investment banking program experienceand 2 years of top-tier hedge fund (preferred)/Equity buyside experience

  • Must be ranked near the top of investment banking class with exceptional quantitative skills

  • Must have strong judgment, critical thinking and written skills; ability to articulate and present ideas effectively both orally and in written form

  • Must show initiative and creativity in approach to problem solving; demonstrated experience in conducting research and interacting with others to develop solutions

  • Must have ability to multi-task with a fine-tuned attention to detail

  • Must have team-player attitude and a desire to work on a wide range of projects

  • Demonstrated proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint and ability to integrate AI tools into the research and investment process

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Applicants must be authorized and have the right to work in the country where the role is located without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Compensation Details

The salary range for this role in Illinois is $125,000-$175,000 and the salary range for the role in New York is $125,000-$175,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, business sector, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, market benchmarking data, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, which, along with base salary and retirement contributions, is part of our total comprehensive package. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement, life insurance and other benefits to eligible employees.Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, production, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Neuberger is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm and its affiliates do not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact onlineaccommodations@nb.com.

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