Job Summary:

You would be a member of the Operational Due Diligence team focused on alternative investments.

Job Responsibilities:

Supporting the operational due diligence process for primarily alternative investment managers and collaborating with the Global Alternatives Investment Solutions due diligence teams Setting up and disseminating operationally focused questionnaires across a range of investment strategies and products Preparing for and participating in operational due diligence meetings with 3rd party investment managers (in person and sometimes virtual); this includes evaluating and forming an opinion on various operational risks such as organizational infrastructure, counterparties and service providers, valuation processes, cyber security, compliance and regulatory issues Reviewing and scoring responses to operational due diligence questionnaires Working collaboratively with control partners in governance, risk, compliance and internal audit Representing the firm in front of C-level executives (COO, CFO, CCO, CTO) at third party fund managers Presenting analyses, findings and opinions at Investment and Governance Committee meetings

  Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

You should have experience performing and / or an understanding of how operational due diligence is conducted on investment managers from either working within an audit firm (auditing hedge funds and/or private funds) or working in the operations and / or audit departments of an asset management firm or in an operational due diligence role, or a combination of these roles. Solid understanding of financial markets and various security types, as well as a solid understanding of investment strategies and fund structures Advanced proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs including Excel & Power Point, and exceptional organisational and analytical skills Investigative skills and attention to detail Ability to work effectively in a team environment, with strong teamwork and interpersonal skills  Strong written, presentation, and communication skills Strong initiative, energy and confidence completing assignments