Senior ALM Research Analyst

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Senior Asset Liability Management Research Analyst to join their Fiduciary Management team in London. This hybrid role involves conducting quantitative research and providing insights to support investment strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong consultancy background, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders. Benefits include a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a comprehensive pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous annual bonus plan

Private Medical Insurance

Employee assistance programme

Health cash plan

Flexible working

12 months full pay maternity leave

6 months full pay paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a UK consultancy environment, ideally with exposure to ALM.
• Strong analytical skills and keen interest in quantitative modelling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative quantitative research in asset liability management.
• Provide ALM analysis and insights to support trustee discussions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Quantitative Modelling

Communication

Job description

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Are you someone who seeks to combine your technical expertise with your strong communication and relationship building skills ? Our client, the investment arm of a large UK pension, is seeking a Senior Asset Liability Management (ALM) Research Analyst to join their Fiduciary Management team, on a permanent basis, in their London office (hybrid based).

Responsibilities

Alongside the technical experience listed below, we are seeking skills in promoting the team's activities both internally and externally and leading dialogue on range of related topics. You will be someone who enjoys thought leadership and proactive engagement with a wide variety of stakeholders.

·Connect the Asset Liability Management (ALM) and Investment Advisory and Funding (IAF) teams, leveraging your UK consultancy background and technical modelling expertise.

·Create and maintain a comprehensive range of asset liability models and datasets, ensuring all advice is backed by robust analytics.

·Conduct innovative quantitative research in asset liability management, present research findings, collaborate across functions. Translate research findings into practical tools, actionable analytics, and performance indicators that influence investment strategy decision-making.

• Drive model improvements, and work with other quant strategies and IT colleagues to advance prototype research models to production.

·Engage in various types of modelling, including portfolio construction, capital market assumptions, and client portfolio management.

·Provide ALM analysis and insights to support trustee discussions, ensuring the investment strategy effectively reflects scheme needs.

·Stay updated on legislative and industry developments, assessing their impact on pension investment strategies, and devising solutions accordingly.

·Support knowledge-sharing initiatives and mentor colleagues in ALM methodologies and best practices.

·Write papers, contribute to industry publications, and represent the company at conferences, showcasing research insights and thought leadership.

Skills and Experience Requirements (essential criteria to be able to perform the role):

• Experience in a UK consultancy environment, ideally with exposure to ALM, investment strategy, or pension funding.
• Strong analytical skills and a keen interest in quantitative modelling and investment research.
• Solid understanding of defined benefit (DB) pension schemes, funding dynamics, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to engage with multi-disciplinary teams, including investment, actuarial, and client advisory teams.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
• A purpose-driven attitude and a desire to contribute to Railpen’s mission of delivering strong outcomes for pension scheme members.

Behaviours

• Act as a role model for company values, demonstrating integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to positive member outcomes.
• Build strong relationships across teams to ensure ALM insights effectively support client investment strategies.
• Work proactively and methodically, ensuring research and analysis are conducted with rigour and accuracy.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly, making technical concepts accessible to stakeholders.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve ALM processes and their application within investment decision-making.
• Show adaptability and initiative, working effectively within a dynamic and evolving pensions landscape.

Benefits offered

• A competitive salary (depending on experience)
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous annual bonus plan
• We provide membership of the Pension Scheme, a Defined Benefit arrangement under which you get a pension for life and a lump sum when you retire, based on your length of service and pay
• 4x Life Assurance cover
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Health cash plan

Lifestyle

• We support hybrid and flexible working along with very generous family leave including 12 months full pay maternity leave and 6 months full pay paternity leave
• Buy and sell holidays
• Give as you earn scheme
• Flexible half days leave
• Electric vehicle leasing
• Cycle to work scheme

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life

To apply, please submit your CV to [emailprotected] in the first instance, or call 07860 286 916 to discuss the role