Associate Consultant

Atlanta, GA and Chicago, IL

October 2021

About the Position

As an associate consultant, you will assist the general consultants in all phases of Callan's investment consulting to asset
owner clients, including strategic planning, investment implementation, performance evaluation, education, and new
business development. Callan believes that our organization and culture are made stronger through diverse perspectives
and experiences.

This position will be based in Callan’s Atlanta office. Our day-to-day environment is changing rapidly due to COVID-19,
and Callan is committed to prioritizing your safety. We are looking for a professional who is able to adapt to these
changes, which means initially working remotely, moving to a hybrid work schedule, and potentially returning to the office
full time.*

As an associate consultant, you will be supporting investment consultants in:

Strategic Planning:
• Engage with Callan team members in investigating and developing strategic advice and asset allocation analysis
for our clients
• Support the consulting team in providing guidance to our clients as they navigate financial markets and their own
changing circumstances
• Draft/review statements of investment policy

Performance Evaluation:
• Assist consultants in monitoring existing client portfolios by understanding and reviewing quarterly performance
measurement and ad-hoc reports
• Lead the production of custom quarterly executive summary reports, which are presented during client committee
and board meetings
• Create detailed analysis at the total fund level, asset class level, and investment manager level
• Prepare ad-hoc client presentations as needed
• Coordinate prep meetings with consulting team to ensure all client needs are met on a timely basis

Plan Implementation:
• Assist in manager/product research as needed
• Draft/review client and manager profiles for specific manager searches that are delivered to our clients as they
look to add or replace a manager within their lineup
• Coordinate meetings with the team and investment managers
• Assist in creating a plan to successfully implement manager transitions

Client Education:
• Assist in researching special topics for general consultants and clients
• Assist in developing customized educational information and/or seminars for clients
• Provide general consultants with quarterly capital markets detail

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New Business Development:
• Collaborate with Atlanta consultants and other departments to respond to requests for proposal, ensuring the
delivery of high-quality, well-written responses
• Assist in general marketing efforts as needed
• Assist in researching and providing consultants with information to build a successful relationship with prospective
clients

Education & Characteristics

We’re looking for a teammate who:

• Holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in finance, economics, or a related discipline (we are also
open to those with differing backgrounds and a strong interest in financial markets)
• Is interested in becoming a CFA or CAIA Charterholder (if not yet earned) or in attaining an MBA
• Values diversity, equity, and belonging as key tenets of an impactful culture and successful business
• Has a keen and demonstrated interest in investing and following the markets
• Asks questions unabashedly and listens intently, and asks for help when needed
• Admits to not having all of the answers but is determined to do what it takes to find them
• Demonstrates passion for learning and seeking new ideas
• Enjoys working within a team to find the right solutions for clients
• Believes that acting ethically is paramount in everything you do
• Is willing to hone writing and presentation skills (and any other skills) and is open to feedback
• Understands the importance of attention to detail, strong organizational skills, prioritization of tasks, and meeting
deadlines
• Acts with humility and expects to be held accountable for your work and actions alongside your team
• Maintains a sense of humor in a challenging industry while supporting the team and always putting our clients first
• Works well remotely as we navigate the continued pandemic work environment
• Seeks to constantly improve and looks for ways to create an impact and better outcomes for the organization and
our clients

Compensation, Benefits & Training

At Callan, you can expect:

• A generous compensation and benefits package, including base salary, bonus, 401(k) matching, profit sharing,
health/medical/dental/vision benefits, monthly communications stipend, tuition assistance, and more
• Training for all Callan databases, research, and other systems
• Access to team-building events, community outreach opportunities, and wellness events

As an employee-owned firm, Callan is committed to giving long-term successful professionals an opportunity to become
equity partners.

Click here to learn more about Callan's culture, benefits, and more.

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About Callan

Founded in 1973, Callan is a one of the largest employee-owned investment consulting firms in the U.S., with more than
$3 trillion in assets under advisement. We provide thoughtful, research-driven advice to large institutional investors
including pension and defined contribution plans, endowments, foundations, insurance companies, and health care
organizations. Because we are independently owned and not beholden to outside shareholders, we help raise the industry
standard by orienting everything we do around our clients’ goals.

Callan has 200 employees and is headquartered in San Francisco with five additional offices throughout the U.S.
Callan is an equal opportunity employer.

Please email a cover letter and resume referencing either “Atlanta Associate Consultant” or “Chicago Associate
Consultant” to hr@callan.com.

*Subject to applicable law, only fully vaccinated employees will be permitted to enter Callan offices, travel on company
business, and attend company sponsored events. A proof of vaccination will be required upon hire.