Assistant Portfolio Manager, Domestic Equity (Small Cap Select)

STRS Ohio, STRS

STRS Ohio is seeking an Assistant Portfolio Manager, Domestic Equity (Small Cap Select) to join the Investment/Domestic Equity team.  Nearly two-thirds of STRS Ohio’s investment assets are managed internally by more than 100 Investment Department professionals.

Established in 1920 and serving Ohio’s educators, STRS Ohio is one of the nation’s largest retirement systems, serving over 550,000 active, inactive, and retired public-school teachers, and university faculty members, managing approximately $96.3 billion in assets as of June 30, 2025, and paying more than $7 billion in benefits annually.

STRS Ohio provides a competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package including on-site parking, educational assistance, subsidized medical insurance, fully paid dental and life insurance, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and on-site fitness center.  At STRS Ohio, you can experience rewarding work in a professional, business casual work environment. We welcome, celebrate, and promote respect for everyone. We are continually seeking bright and talented individuals to join our team.

Compensation:

$223,915 - $251,905

Work Schedule:

8:00am-5:00pm Monday through Friday (Onsite)

General Summary:

Under the direction of a portfolio manager, assist in the investment decision-making process, ongoing management, monitoring and evaluation of the small cap portfolio. Assist in formulation and implementation of overall domestic equity strategy for State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio).

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Conduct timely portfolio analysis and management to support development and implementation of STRS Ohio’s investment strategies with a goal of meeting the long-term performance objectives of the total fund and asset classes.

• Analyze fundamental sector, industry and company data including but not limited to, examination of financial, business and competitive factors for the assigned portfolio.

• Oversee and direct the work of the assigned analyst team including, but not limited to, the research process, professional development and communication with the portfolio management team.

• Develop and implement strategy for assigned portfolio.

• Maintain current knowledge of domestic equity markets and trends to assist in development and implementation of overall domestic equity strategy. Periodically advise STRS Ohio investment staff regarding key news and developments within assigned portfolio including written and verbal recap presentations.

• Review, analyze, and comment on investment recommendations prepared by other members of Domestic Equity.

• Travel, not to exceed 10% of work time, for the purpose of company visits, annual meetings, and various industry conferences.

• Prepare and present special projects as directed.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the persons so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of associates under supervision.

Summary of Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field required.

• Master's degree in business administration or accounting preferred.

• Eight to twelve years’ experience in analytical securities research position required.

• Successful completion of Chartered Financial Analyst Program (CFA) strongly recommended. Ten plus years’ experience may substitute for the CFA.

• Ability to research and analyze data and make valid conclusions. Knowledge of relevant analytical software preferred.

• Thorough understanding of process, philosophy, equity portfolio construction and risk management are required.

• Ability to work with and preserve confidential information required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Statement

State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, or caregiver status, in making employment-related decisions about an individual.

Visa/Sponsorship

To be offered a position with STRS Ohio, you must be either a U.S. citizen or possess proper legal authorization to work in the U.S. for the type of job you are seeking. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

ADA Statement

STRS Ohio is committed to ensuring access, inclusion, and reasonable accommodations across all its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.  

Posting Drug-Free Workplace Statement

The State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio) is a drug-free workplace. The use of recreational marijuana and non-medical cannabis is strictly prohibited.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing

All final candidates tentatively selected for employment will be required to undergo a urinalysis drug screening prior to appointment. This screening includes testing for illegal substances, including marijuana. A positive test result will disqualify the applicant from employment unless valid medical documentation is provided for legally prescribed medications or a physician’s recommendation for medical marijuana.

Pre-Employment Background Investigation

The final candidate selected for this position will be subject to a criminal background check. STRS Ohio will conduct an individualized assessment of any prior criminal convictions before making a determination regarding employment eligibility.