FMA (Fund Manager's Assistant)

Mason Blake; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fund Manager's Assistant to join their dynamic team for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is perfect for someone with a background in asset management who is eager to support investment teams in managing portfolios and ensuring compliance. With responsibilities that include monitoring asset allocations and processing trades, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of a leading global investment management house. If you have a keen eye for detail, advanced Excel skills, and a passion for finance, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in asset management required.
• Advanced Excel and/or VBA knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support investment teams in managing portfolios and cash flows.
• Conduct compliance checks and provide reporting to assist decisions.

Skills

Trade Support experience

Knowledge of Fixed Income

Knowledge of Multi-Assets

Knowledge of Equities

Understanding cash flows

Advanced Excel proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

VBA

Job description

Our client is a leading global investment management house. Due to increased workload, they are now looking to recruit an FMA (Fund Manager’s Assistant) to join one of their high performing teams (Multi-Assets, Fixed Income or Equities) on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.

The FMA will take responsibility for the following duties:

• Direct support for the investment teams, conducting day to day management of portfolios
• Monitor asset allocation, cash positions and cash flows on a daily basis, updating spreadsheets/systems and investigating and resolving data issues where appropriate
• Run compliance checks on multi-asset funds
• Input and/or verify cash allocations and stock sub-portfolio transfers into accounting systems
• Provide daily and ad-hoc reporting to the investment teams to assist in the investment decision making process
• Monitor assets approaching maturity and advise Fund Managers
• Timely and effective query resolution for Fund Managers
• Process OTC derivative trades in Front Office Systems
• Monitor fund income to ensure sufficient cash levels
• Ad hoc project management

The FMA will meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience in a Trade Support or FMA role
• Knowledge of at least one of the following asset classes: Fixed Income, Multi-Assets, Equities
• Understanding cash flows and structure of the assets
• Advanced Excel proficiency and/or knowledge of VBA
• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• 1-3 years’ experience within the asset management sector
• Excellent interpersonal skills

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced buy-side candidate looking for an FMA position at an established asset management house.

If you believe your experience meets the criteria, please apply with your CV.