Performance Analyst (Fixed Income) Associate

Overview:

The primary focus of the role is to provide a hands-on approach to Performance and engage with colleagues across the business to provide specialist guidance and support in relation to performance, reporting, analysis and quantification. There is also a strong emphasis on assisting internal and external stakeholders with queries and providing information for RFPs and ad hoc requests. Practical knowledge of performance and attribution methodologies coupled with advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential. Excellent fixed income comprehension with some equity and/or multi-asset product experience are essential for this role.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on execution of the performance function to ensure the on-going quality and accuracy of reporting performance measurement to stakeholders.

• Produce all Fixed Income daily, weekly and monthly BAU deliverables for the portfolio managers and other internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure that all reporting is produced within mandated and regulatory time frames.

• Ensure Fixed Income GIPS composites adhere to standards and are updated in a timely fashion with accurate data.

• Extensive involvement in the preparation and response to RFPs, all ad hoc and general client queries

• Work with the data solutions team to ensure the accuracy and integrity of static and time series data across relevant portfolios, benchmarks and other performance data.

• Assist in the automation of performance and risk information production.

• Prepare client reports monthly in addition to fund performance, characteristics and risk reports.

• Introduce other value-adding functions that the performance team can provide for the business.

Key skills and attributes:

• Prepare, interpret and investigate anomalies in Fixed Income attribution/contribution reports used in the analysis of performance across all asset classes.

• Understand multiple Fixed Income attribution models with primary focus on fixed income. Exposure to Brinson and Equity style attribution also desirable.

• Work towards being local GIPS support. Maintain composites and help lead in the day-to-day GIPS efforts. Previous GIPS experience desirable.

• Have strong attention to detail, be numerate and logical in their approach to problem solving

• Ability to take ownership and responsibility and to be able to multi-task and support the team

• Ability to build strong relationships at all levels

• Possess a high aptitude of analytical and mathematical skills which are required for calculating, reviewing, understanding and disseminating data

• Must show superior customer service by generating and responding to client requests in a timely and accurate manner and have the interpersonal skills to interact with both internal and external clients

• Able to communicate effectively both written and orally

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are a prerequisite. Adept with writing macros using VBA to manipulate large datasets is desirable and some SQL/Python and/or R coding knowledge will be considered favourable

• Must show the ability to meet deadlines, establish priorities and concentrate on detailed information sometimes under stressful conditions

• The ability to cooperate in a team environment is critical even when working remotely

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in Mathematics, Finance, Accounting or a related field an advantage

• CFA and/or CIPM desirable.

• Experience with the use of Factset and/or Bloomberg preferably to a high level.

• Strong understanding of Fixed Income. Exhibit a comprehensive knowledge in performance and performance related topics.

• Previous related experience in the asset management industry and demonstrating a thorough understanding of both retail and institutional products across various asset classes – an advantage

Equal Opportunities Statement:

Amova Asset Management is an equal opportunity employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital/civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, colour, sexual orientation, or disability. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any concerns about the application process, please contact your recruiter.