Senior Investment Research Analyst (Hedge Funds)

Michael Page; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established investment firm in London is seeking a Senior Investment Research Analyst to lead investment due diligence and conduct detailed analysis across alternative strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in finance and relevant experience in asset management. This is a permanent position offering competitive salary and comprehensive benefits within a dynamic organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities to contribute to impactful investment decisions

Qualifications

• Experience in asset management or investment research.
• Strong exposure to hedge fund strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, engaging with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead investment due diligence across alternative UCITS and hedge funds.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and prepare investment research reports.
• Monitor and assess the performance of investment portfolios.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers to align research with strategies.

Skills

Financial modelling

Data analysis tools

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of market trends

Communication skills

Education

Strong academic background in finance or economics

Job description

An established and privately held investment firm is seeking a Senior Investment Research Analyst with robust hedge fund experience to join their team who are focused on alternative strategies. This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of manager research across UCITS, offshore hedge funds, and private markets.

Client Details

The employer is a large organisation operating within the financial services sector. They are well-regarded for their focus on providing asset management solutions and supporting clients with tailored investment strategies.

Description

• Lead investment due diligence across alternative UCITS and global hedge fund managers
• Analyse and monitor a wide spectrum of strategies, with a strong focus on liquid alternatives including derivatives and quantitative models
• Conduct single security analysis within multi-asset portfolios
• Support client-focused activities by contributing to internal documentation and liaising with the Sales team
• Attend key industry meetings and conferences
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and prepare investment research reports.
• Evaluate market trends and economic data to identify investment opportunities.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers to align research with investment strategies.
• Monitor and assess the performance of existing investment portfolios.
• Prepare presentations and reports for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes impacting the financial services industry.
• Support the development of investment strategies through data-driven insights.

Profile

A successful Senior Investment Research Analyst should have:

• A strong academic background in finance, economics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis tools.
• Experience in asset management or investment research within the financial services sector.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of market trends and regulatory frameworks in the financial services industry.
• Strong exposure to hedge fund strategies, including fixed income, equity long/short, and quant approaches
• Quantitative proficiency in assessing managers' performance, risk, and strategy differentiation
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with precision and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and documentation skills-comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders

Job Offer

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Permanent position based in London
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities to work within a respected organisation in the financial services sector.
• Exposure to dynamic projects and the chance to contribute to impactful investment decisions.

If you are an experienced Senior Investment Research Analyst looking for your next challenge in London, we encourage you to apply today.