Job Details: Hedge Fund IDD Associate Analyst - Credit Long/Short and Distressed Strategies
Full details of the job.
As a Hedge Fund IDD Associate Analyst, specialising on Credit Long/Short and Distressed Strategies, you will provide support for manager selection, investment due diligence and related Hedge Fund services; assist colleagues in the production of the same; and contribute to the development of Albourne’s Hedge Fund Initiative.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Hedge Fund IDD Senior Analyst and other colleagues in maintaining and expanding Albourne’s coverage of Hedge Fund Credit offerings.
- Produce written research reports based on qualitative and quantitative analysis, incorporating meetings with managers, site visits, documentation and performance reviews, and reference checks.
- Initiate new research and ratings on Hedge Fund credit offerings, and assist with ongoing monitoring to ensure accuracy of existing ratings.
- Provide ongoing monitoring of Open Protocol reports of IDD funds, commenting on breaches in a timely manner.
- Develop and monitor peer groups, draft internal meeting notes, coordinate diligence call schedules, and ensure the predefined research process is adhered to.
- Coordinate with other functions covering related strategies to share information and improve the quality of HF IDD and other reports.
- Assist clients in accessing managers by helping build relationships between Albourne, the client and covered managers.
- Strategy Analysis and Communication:
- Assist in the periodic production of strategy comments and forecasts for Hedge Fund Credit strategies.
- Support production and maintenance of research such as white papers, CIO notes and ATV on the extranet.
- Identify additional tools or analytics to enhance rating accuracy and communication.
- Communicate Albourne’s house opinions on the strategy or fund to clients via phone or email, and respond to follow‑up requests.
- Maintain the internal database (HFDB) with up‑to‑date information, including relevant emails and records of meetings and calls.
- Meet deadlines imposed by management and clients, communicating any delays and timing expectations.
- Participate in internal group calls to transfer knowledge of HF within the group.
- Support business development activities, including involvement in client marketing and portfolio construction as needed.
- Take on other ad‑hoc projects as requested by the Head of Hedge Fund IDD or the daily line manager.
- Support Albourne initiatives such as OP, ATR, LinkedIn, IRQ.
- Represent Albourne well and act as an ambassador at industry events.
- Report potential conflicts to compliance and work with compliance to ensure that conflict disclosures appear on written research reports.
Key Requirements
- University graduate or equivalent.
- Some relevant prior work experience with knowledge or experience of Hedge Funds.
- Strong written communication skills.
- (Optional) Possession of or advanced progression towards relevant professional qualifications (CFA, CAIA, CPA).
- Proactive self‑starter with proficient time management and multi‑tasking.
- Professional demeanour and strong interpersonal skills.
- Systems literacy (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
- Frequent travel.
Benefits & Perks
- Hybrid working.
- Competitive salary.
- Discretionary bonus.
- Wellness program (fitness tracking device, massages, healthy snacks).
- Private health insurance.
- Weekly office socials.
- Life insurance.
- Professional development support.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Tax‑efficient benefits (cycle to work, season ticket loan, private medical insurance).
- Workplace pension scheme.
At Albourne we believe a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees feel valued and respected.
All reasonable facilities will be provided for applicants and staff with disabilities to enable them to perform their roles.
