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CIM is seeking a Senior Investment Analyst to play a key role in shaping investment strategy, asset allocation, and research for Lumen’s pension plan and 401(k) savings plan. This role offers broad exposure across portfolio construction, glide path design, external manager due diligence, and capital markets research within a lean, hands-on investment organization.

The position is hybrid, with a work model that is primarily remote and generally requires one day per week in the Denver office.

Help shape investment strategy and asset allocation for the defined benefit pension plan and 401(k) target date funds.

Analyze capital markets and asset class behavior to inform portfolio construction decisions.

Conduct quantitative and qualitative market research, leveraging artificial intelligence, to generate market insights in support of investment decisions.

Assess portfolio positioning, performance drivers, and risk characteristics across strategies.

Monitor industry trends and best practices in defined contribution investing and retirement solutions and conduct in-depth research on relevant topics.

Partner with the team to research and evaluate external investment managers across public and private asset classes.

Collaborate with internal team members and external partners on investment initiatives and special projects.

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.

~3–10 years of investment experience in institutional investing, asset management, or investment consulting.

~ Intellectual curiosity and a strong interest in investing and financial markets.

~ Familiarity with AI and eagerness to integrate it into the investment process.

~ Proficiency with investment analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Bloomberg, Morningstar, eVestment).

This role is well-suited for an investment professional who enjoys combining deep analysis with big picture portfolio thinking in a collaborative, high impact environment.

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We’re able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

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