Summary
The analyst will join the Performance Analytics team to provide performance calculation & attribution analysis to our clients across the Asia Pacific region.
Job description
The analyst will be responsible for the production, verification and communication of all performance related activities based upon client requirements as well as producing other periodic client reports. The Analyst will also be responsible for understanding and ensuring the accuracy of the data.
The analyst will work closely with our clients, Client Executives, Product Managers and offshore operations team to ensure timely and accurate performance and risk reporting.
Key responsibilities include:
Produce, review and validate portfolio account performance calculations
Produce and review performance reports associated with accounts, managers and sponsors
Create customized reporting based upon client requirements
Maintain, produce and review client composites according to SLAs and GIPS standards
Lead or participate in department projects and ensure their completion
Assist in new client onboarding and implementations
Review, update and implement new processes and procedures where needed to enhance operational controls
Assist Product Area with client presentations to current or prospective clients
Perform quality control review on team members’ work
Support testing of new features/functionality for the Performance Accounting and risk platforms
Responsible for interfacing with performance and index vendors
Provide feedback on vendor system quality/functionality
Mentor team members in training and skill development
Provide feedback to Manager on team members’ development
Assist in the training of new staff and help Manager determine training schedule based upon current production needs
Attend to Client queries
Other duties as assigned by Manager
Competencies/Skills:
Computer literate with excellent MS Office skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (example: macro, filtering, pivot tables, etc)
Working knowledge of Statpro and Factset functionality
Strong analysis and problem solving skills
Sound knowledge of performance, attribution methods and risk measurement
Sound knowledge of ex-ante and ex-post risk reporting highly valued
Working knowledge of the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS)
Knowledge of the end-to-end view of the overall performance reporting process
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail
Advanced knowledge of all asset classes
Working knowledge of accounting systems
Please note that the candidate may be required to work on Singapore public holidays.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a Business related field
5-7 years of performance analysis experience in financial services
CFA and CIPM (optional)