Director of Investments

Are you a high-performer who wants to contribute to a mission-driven and values-based organization? If you are motivated by doing impactful work and making a difference in people’s lives, then the Indiana University Foundation (IUF) is the place for you. At the IUF, we believe in making the dream of higher education attainable, providing support for life-changing research, and preparing the next generation of leaders.  

As a trailblazer among our peers, we provide fundraising leadership and endowment stewardship to support needs and initiatives across all of Indiana University’s campuses. As part of our team, you will help make IU donors' dreams last forever.  

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If the IUF sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to join us today.

Join a growing investment team at the Indiana University Foundation’s Indianapolis office, where your work will directly contribute to expanding one of the nation’s most respected university endowments. As the Director of Investments, you’ll have the unique opportunity to explore innovative investment opportunities and help drive the long-term success of IU’s Pooled Long-Term Fund. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing group that values mutual support and shared wins—where the team’s and organization’s success always come first. This is a role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is excited to help shape the future of our investment strategy.

In this role, you’ll lead relationships with investment managers, conduct in-depth due diligence, and explore new areas of investment focus. You’ll regularly travel to meet with managers, attend annual meetings, and conduct onsite visits, building strong relationships to help grow the endowment. You’ll also have the opportunity to coach and mentor analysts on the team.

As Director of Investments, you’ll broaden your investment expertise and have a seat at the table for high-impact decisions, working closely with a supportive, mission-driven team that values curiosity, professionalism, and innovation. If you’re ready to bring your expertise, collaborative spirit, and drive to a role that blends analytics with relationship building, we’d love to hear from you. Together, we’ll steward IU’s endowment to new heights!

Education & Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree is required, with a preference for majors in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• At least 5-7 years of investment experience is required, with a preference for individuals with experience at an institution such as an endowment, pension, or wealth management firm.
• CFA Charterholder is preferred, but CFA candidates who have passed Level I would be considered

While we are seeking an experienced Director of Investments, we welcome applications from experienced Senior Analysts who are ready to grow, develop, and take the next step in their investment career. We highly recommend a cover letter articulating your interest in the position and the IU Foundation. This position will be posted through October 19th, 2025. The anticipated start date is January 2nd, 2026.

The IUF is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional work environment that is free of Discrimination and Harassment. The IUF will not tolerate any form of Discrimination or Harassment based on the Individual’s race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by law.