Poverty & Economic Development Full-time

Analyst, Portfolio Analytics & Research - Acumen India

Acumen

Location

India

Type

Full-time

Posted

Jan 16, 2026

Mission

What you will drive

The Analyst will work closely with and support the Global Portfolio Analytics Lead to deliver high-quality portfolio analytics, market research, and investment process support across Acumen's global portfolio. This role is responsible for executing core analytical work that informs investment decisions and portfolio management.

  • Support the Global Portfolio Analytics Lead in executing core portfolio analytics including performance tracking, risk assessment, historical analysis, scenario analysis, and basic stress testing across regions and sectors.
  • Prepare country notes, market briefs, and economic analyses under guidance, for review by senior stakeholders including the CIO.
  • Compile, clean, and analyze financial and economic data to support forecasting, benchmarking, and portfolio insights.
  • Work with portfolio management and analytics tools to extract, validate, and maintain accurate portfolio data and support the development and upkeep of dashboards, scorecards, and recurring portfolio reports.

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role supports Acumen's mission to build a world based on dignity by breaking the cycle of poverty through business and investment, helping to inform investment decisions and portfolio management that impact over half-a-billion lives in hard-to-reach communities.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • At least 2 years of relevant experience in investment analysis, portfolio analytics, consulting, economics, finance, or related fields.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills; comfort working with financial and economic datasets.
  • Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with dashboards or data visualization tools; exposure to portfolio systems (e.g., eFront) is a plus.
  • Ability to translate analysis into clear, structured outputs for senior review.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to manage priorities with guidance.
  • Interest in global markets, development finance, and impact investing.
  • Self-reflective, values-driven, and aligned with Acumen's mission and values.
  • Permanent authorization to work in India.

Benefits

What's in it for you

No specific benefits, compensation, or perks mentioned in the job description.

About

Inside Acumen

Acumen is a global force of entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropists, and social innovators working together to build a world based on dignity. They invest in transformational companies, build sustainable markets, and prepare leaders to create a more just and inclusive future, focusing on solving problems of poverty and impacting over half-a-billion lives since 2001.