Investment Performance & Risk Analytics - £Exc – Ref: KC14846
This market leading, independent, asset manager who manage both fixed income and equity strategies globally, are currently seeking an Investment Performance & Risk Analytics Analyst to join their Investment Analytics team. The role will be primarily responsible for providing analytical support to maintain and accelerate performance analytics capability. The role would suit an individual who is keen to actively be part of the ongoing development, implementation and improvement of the performance analytics, and brings strong quantitative, qualitative, systems and project capability.
Roles & Responsibilities
Successful delivery of equity and fixed income performance measurement, analytics and risk stats
Producing periodic and ad-hoc performance reporting and analytics on Sylvan and FactSet Performance Systems
Producing monthly risk reports and ad-hoc requests on Barra
Ongoing liaison with Portfolio Managers to identify and understand drivers of investment performance
Ongoing liaison with Client Services in London and US to assist with client reporting and marketing requirements
Ownership of continuous process improvement within the Investment Analytics team
Contributing to the overall Investment Analytics function and to project work as appropriate.
Experience & Qualifications
Degree in Mathematics or Statistics is preferred but not essential
CFA or studying towards
Knowledge of Fixed Income mathematics
Knowledge of performance, attribution and benchmarks
Attention to accuracy and detail
Numerate; solid analytical and research skills
Excellent problem solving skills
Willingness to learn SQL /VBA to assist with continual improvements
Strong oral, written and presentation skills.
To hear more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Karen Consalvi on 020 7847 8874 or email your CV to http://karen@meredithbrown.com
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