Operational Due Diligence Analyst

Mason Blake; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mason Blake in London is seeking an Operational Due Diligence Analyst to evaluate and enhance the operational frameworks of a range of funds, including hedge funds, private equity and real assets. You will lead evaluations of managers' processes, prepare detailed reports, and collaborate with service providers to validate controls and risk practices.

Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in operational due diligence, audit, fund accounting or a related role.
• Good knowledge of alternative asset classes.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CAIA, CFA or ACA would be highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in report writing.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations of investment managers' operational processes focusing on organisational structure, internal controls, compliance, valuation practices, service provider relationships and information security
• Prepare detailed due diligence reports that articulate findings, assess operational risks and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate identified issues
• Regularly review and update reports to reflect changes in the operational risk landscape of assigned funds
• Lead onsite interviews with investment managers and collaborate with service providers to gather insights and validate operational practices
• Stay abreast of industry trends and regulatory developments to ensure due diligence processes align with current standards
• Work closely with internal teams across regions to share knowledge and contribute to the continuous improvement of the ODD function

Skills

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Report writing

Proactive / detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting or related field

CAIA / CFA / ACA desirable

Job description

A leading global investment consultancy is seeking an Operational Due Diligence Analyst. This role offers the opportunity to evaluate and enhance the operational frameworks of a diverse range of alternative funds including hedge funds, private equity and real assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct evaluations of investment managers' operational processes focusing on areas such as organisational structure, internal controls, compliance, valuation practices, service provider relationships and information security
• Prepare detailed due diligence reports that articulate findings, assess operational risks and provide actionable recommendations to mitigate identified issues.
• Regularly review and update reports to reflect changes in the operational risk landscape of assigned funds
• Lead onsite interviews with investment managers and collaborate with service providers to gather insights and validate operational practices
• Stay abreast of industry trends and regulatory developments to ensure due diligence processes align with current standards
• Work closely with internal teams across regions to share knowledge and contribute to the continuous improvement of the ODD function

Candidate Profile:

• Minimum of 3 years in operational due diligence, audit, fund accounting or a related role
• Good knowledge of alternative asset classes
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting or a related field.
• Professional qualifications such as CAIA, CFA or ACA would be highly desirable
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in report writing
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively