Associate, Performance & Risk Analytics

Bruin; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in London is seeking an experienced professional for a performance analytics role. The successful candidate will deliver performance and investment reporting, manage workflow, and perform in-depth analysis across multiple asset classes. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years’ experience in performance analytics, strong analytical skills, and a relevant degree. This hybrid position offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in performance analytics or reporting within investment management.
• Strong ability to manage large datasets and meet tight deadlines without compromising accuracy.
• Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver performance and investment reporting for all Investors products.
• Perform in-depth analysis across multiple asset classes.
• Oversee and review Analysts’ work while managing workflow and schedules.

Skills

Performance analytics

Data management

Relationship building

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant degree in commerce, economics, finance, or related discipline

Tools

Bloomberg

FactSet

Aladdin

MS Excel (VBA a plus)

Job description

AVP - Investments, Front Office, & ESG at Bruin

Associate, Performance & Risk Analytics – Investment Management

London, Hybrid

This role sits within the Investment Operations & Client Services function, supporting the Associate Director and Head of Performance & Risk Analytics. You’ll help deliver accurate, insightful performance and risk analysis across a range of products and asset classes, while contributing to process improvements and stakeholder engagement.

The Role

• Deliver performance and investment reporting for all Investors products, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.
• Perform in-depth analysis across multiple asset classes—including attribution, modelling, and risk-return assessments—spanning funds and mandates.
• Oversee and review Analysts’ work, providing guidance and ensuring deliverables meet technical and professional standards.
• Manage workflow, schedules, and shared inbox to maintain quality service and timely responses.
• Produce reports and analytics using B-One, FactSet, Bloomberg, and in-house systems.
• Lead technical discussions with clients, investment teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor communications to ensure they align with organisational values and client standards.
• Support process and system improvement projects, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Identify emerging risks, trends, and operational issues, and contribute to solutions.
• Produce and verify all required performance calculations, including contributions, attribution versus benchmarks, periodic performance reporting, FUM and commitment reports, and performance fee calculations.
• Ensure high data quality and accuracy in all internal and external reporting.

Commercial Support

• Provide data and reports for teams such as Marketing, Corporate, and Global Investor Relations.
• Assist with new product development initiatives.
• Offer feedback on operational processes and systems supporting performance and reporting needs.

Your Background

• 3–5 years’ experience in performance analytics or reporting within investment management, asset owners, funds administration, or custody, servicing institutional clients.
• Exposure to private markets, fixed income, or infrastructure is advantageous.
• Strong ability to manage large datasets, investigate discrepancies, and meet tight deadlines without compromising accuracy.
• Proven track record in building strong working relationships across business areas and with external clients.
• Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and numerical skills, with high attention to detail.
• Relevant degree in commerce, economics, finance, or related discipline.
• Solid knowledge of performance analytics, attribution, and investment markets (including unlisted assets).

Systems Expertise

• Bloomberg, FactSet, Aladdin; advanced MS Excel (VBA a plus).
• Strong knowledge of FactSet modules (B-One, PA3, SPAR).