At VELA, we believe we have a best-in-class investment team and culture. Members of our
investment team have a passion for researching companies and intrinsic value investing. Our Portfolio Managers are also Research Analysts, following companies within a specific industry, and seek to learn from and alongside our Research Associates, which fosters a very strong team and collaborative learning environment.

We invest in our Research Associates to enable them to develop industry and sector expertise over time. We believe that deep knowledge of companies and management teams, coupled with our long-term time horizon and intrinsic value investing approach, differentiates VELA and enables us to add value in our strategies over passive alternatives over the long term. Research Associates at VELA perform fundamental research on companies to help identify attractive current and potential long term investment opportunities for our investment strategies. We support the growth of our Research Associates through mentorship and frequent learning sessions with our Portfolio Managers.

We are always seeking qualified candidates who align with our investment philosophy, our collaborative environment, and our team-based culture. If you would like to be considered for a role on our growing investment team, please submit your resume and a current investment thesis on a company of your choice to recruiting@vela-im.com.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

  • Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Python and SQL experience a plus
  • Self-starter with the ability to take initiative and manage tasks and projects independently;
    demonstration of strong work ethic
  • Team player with a competitive spirit and the highest level of integrity
  • Demonstration of curiosity and desire for continuous learning
  • Passion for intrinsic value investing

Educational Background

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with evidence of strong
    academic background and intellectual curiosity required
  • Active in, or desire to start, the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) program preferred

 

VELA is an equal opportunity employer.