| The Company: Albourne is an industry leading investment consultant with offices around the globe. Our firm of 550+ employees provide advisory services to investors, including institutional investors, financial intermediaries and family offices, on over $550 billion of alternative investments across the liquidity spectrum. We specialize in Hedge Funds, Private Equity, Real Assets, Real Estate and Dynamic Beta. Albourne empowers its clients by providing Portfolio Advice, Research (Investment, Operational and Quantitative due diligence), Analytics (data and tools) and Implementation (middle and back office) services. We are committed to non-discretionary advice, fixed fee pricing and independence. Albourne strives to be a sustainable company with three main goals: 1) Aspiring to be a multi-generational firm with broad internal ownership and a Partnership structure; 2) Treating our employees and clients fairly; and 3) Advocating for positive change for its benefit and for the alternative investment industry – best practices have always been a defining part of who we are The Role: We are looking for an Hedge Fund Investment Due Diligence Analyst (Structured Credit) to join our team in Norwalk, CT. This analyst will provide support for hedge fund manager selection, investment due diligence and strategy analysis with a focus on Structured Credit strategies Responsibilities: Fund Investment Due Diligence - The Fund investment due diligence process includes the initial screening of investment managers; participating in meetings with the managers; quantitative performance analysis and qualitative due diligence;
- Prepare written meeting notes and assist in the preparation of investment due diligence reports;
- Provide ongoing monitoring of funds in client portfolios or on fund lists in the given strategy to ensure accuracy of existing research and ratings
- To the extent possible help build relationships between Albourne, the client and covered managers to assist with client access to funds
Strategy Analysis - Assist in the production of strategy forecasting for assigned strategies within Hedge Funds
- Assist in the production and maintenance of asset class/industry research outlining the key attributes, trends and drivers of a given strategy
- ?Identify and recommend any additional tools or analytics which will enhance the overall accuracy of Albourne's research
Additional Responsibilities - Ensure internal database is maintained with up-to-date information
- Meet deadlines set by management and clients
- Support business development activities, including involvement in client marketing and portfolio construction as needed
- Communicate with clients as required
- Any other ad hoc projects as assigned
What we’re looking for: - University graduate or equivalent with 3 – 5 years’ experience in alternative fund investment due diligence, investment management, or related experience with a preference for knowledge of hedge funds and/or structured credit.
- Possession of or advanced progression towards relevant professional qualifications (i.e. CFA, CAIA) preferred
- Strong Excel skills
- Literate in financial markets and terminology
- Knowledge of Bloomberg preferred
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proactive self-starter, proficient time management and multi-tasking
- Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills
- Travel (as required)
- Regulatory registration (dependent on regional requirements)
Benefits & Perks: - Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Package
- Fully paid Medical and Dental PPO
- Fully paid Basic Life and AD&D
- 401k & FSA
- 30 days paid time off each year including Vacation and Holidays
? Job Type: Full-time Location: Norwalk, CT (Hybrid) Work authorization: Must be eligible to work in the United States Albourne America LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, medical condition, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please click here to view Albourne America’s privacy policy. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. |
