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Investment Support Associate

Boston, MA ยท Hybrid

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Vaco has partnered with our client to hire a Investment Support Associate to join its team. This is a hybrid position in Boston, MA. Responsibilities Provide high-quality administrative and client ...

Investment Support Associate

Boston, MA ยท Hybrid

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Vaco has partnered with our client to hire a Investment Support Associate to join its team. This is a hybrid position in Boston, MA. Responsibilities Provide high-quality administrative and client ...

Strategic Investment Analyst

New York, NY ยท Remote

$50 - $200/hr

Support investors, fund managers, and operators by analyzing deals, performing risk and return assessments, and contributing to investment strategy * Build a verified track record of strategic ...

Investment Portfolio Analyst

New York, NY ยท On-site

$145K - $185K/yr

It is provided to help job seekers understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with early-career portfolio management and investment support roles. Actual openings vary ...

Investment Strategy Analyst

New York, NY ยท Remote

$50 - $200/hr

Support investors, fund managers, and operators on investment strategy and capital allocation decisions * Contribute to investment theses, portfolio construction, and transaction planning * Build a ...

Investment Strategy Advisor

New York, NY ยท Remote

$200 - $500/hr

Support deal sponsors with capital deployment strategy, diligence oversight, and investment prioritization * Mentor analysts and deal scouts on modeling, portfolio evaluation, and strategic ...

Investment Vetting Analyst

New York, NY ยท Remote

$50 - $200/hr

Support investors, fund managers, and operators in evaluating, vetting, and monitoring potential investments * Build a verified deal track record and Analyst Rating Score Certification tiers: Senior ...

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How much do investment support jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for investment support in the United States is $18.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Investment Support professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Investment Support professional, you need a solid understanding of finance, investment products, and strong analytical skills, often backed by a relevant degree such as finance, business, or economics. Familiarity with portfolio management systems, financial modeling tools, and industry certifications like CFA or IMC is commonly expected. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities help build trust with clients and support effective collaboration within teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate investment operations, supporting portfolio managers, and delivering high-quality service to clients.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone in an Investment Support role?

In an Investment Support role, your daily tasks often include preparing and updating investment reports, assisting with portfolio monitoring, and responding to client or advisor queries. You may also help process trades, maintain accurate records, and support compliance checks to ensure all activities align with regulatory standards. Collaboration with portfolio managers, analysts, and client service teams is common, making strong communication and organizational skills essential. The role is fast-paced and detail-oriented, providing valuable exposure to the investment process and team operations.

What is investment support?

Investment support refers to the range of services and assistance provided to investors, such as research, analysis, administrative support, and client service. Professionals in investment support roles help ensure that investment processes run smoothly by aiding portfolio managers, preparing reports, maintaining databases, and communicating with clients. They often serve as a bridge between clients, financial advisors, and operational teams, ensuring accurate and timely execution of investment decisions.

What are the 7 main investment types?

Investment support professionals often work with the seven main investment types: stocks, bonds, mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), real estate, commodities, and cash equivalents. Understanding these categories helps in advising clients on portfolio diversification and risk management. Familiarity with financial tools and market analysis is essential in this role.
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Infographic showing various Investment Support job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, and 24% Part Time. Highlights an 57% Physical, 29% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,671 per year, or $18.6 per hour.
Investment Support Associate

Investment Support Associate

Vaco LLC

Boston, MA โ€ข Hybrid

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Other

Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Vaco has partnered with our client to hire a Investment Support Associate to join its team. This is a hybrid position in Boston, MA. Responsibilities Provide high-quality administrative and client service support to multiple professional teams in a fast-paced environment Partner closely with teammates across groups to ensure seamless coverage, workflow continuity, and timely completion of priorities Manage and monitor multiple shared inboxes, shifting focus as needed to balance volume and coverage Screen, route, and respond to incoming communications, including phone calls, emails, and meeting requests Coordinate complex, multi-party scheduling across numerous calendars, including internal meetings, external calls, conferences, and industry events Plan and manage detailed domestic and international travel arrangements from initial request through completion, including expense report processing Maintain and update internal databases, contact lists, filing systems, and shared resources Track, organize, and distribute financial reports, earnings releases, news alerts, and other time-sensitive materials Gather, review, and circulate relevant company, market, and industry research using various tools and platforms Support invoice processing by coordinating between finance partners and investment or analytical teams Draft professional correspondence and documentation on behalf of team members, as requested Maintain, reconcile, and improve administrative processes related to contact management, invoicing, document handling, and file sharing Proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and best practices across shared workflows Provide backup coverage to other administrative teams and assist with ad hoc projects as needed Qualifications Bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent experience, with 4+ years in a high-volume administrative or operational support role Experience in financial services, investments, or real estate is a plus, but not required Strong reputation for integrity, reliability, and consistently high-quality work Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and share knowledge with colleagues Comfortable navigating ambiguity and adapting to shifting priorities with a positive, flexible mindset Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to grammar and detail Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team structure Experience supporting senior-level professionals or large teams strongly preferred Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through Willingness to maintain flexibility in work hours to support team coverage when needed Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individualโ€™s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the companyโ€™s 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries 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@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity.

You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (โ€œwe,โ€ โ€œour,โ€ or โ€œVaco by Highspringโ€) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.

Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.

Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individualโ€™s skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.


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Vaco delivers critical talent solutions to companies in the areas of consulting, project resources, executive search, direct hire and strategic staffing with expertise in numerous areas including accounting and finance, technology and operations. Vaco's family of brands includes Pivot Point Consulting, a best in KLAS health care IT solutions provider; Focus Search Partners, a retained executive search practice; and MorganFranklin Consulting, Vaco's methodology-driven global consulting platform. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to serve more than 12,000 clients across the globe with more 9,800 employees. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine's list of the fastest-growing private companies for the past 15 years and was named to Forbes' 2018-2021 lists of America's Best Recruiting Firms.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Brentwood, TN, US

Year founded

2002

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