Operational Due Diligence (ODD) Analyst

Albourne; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical and dental insurance

Business travel insurance

Job summary

Albourne is seeking an ODD Analyst to join the Operational Due Diligence team in its Hong Kong office. You will analyze, review and monitor operational processes and risks of alternative fund managers. Analysis is delivered through written research reports for clients.

You will contribute to the development of Albourne’s operational due diligence services as well as future new initiatives. The role requires at least four years in the alternative investment industry, a strong academic background,

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proactive self-starter, proficient at time management and multi-tasking.
• Ability to travel when required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate alternative investment fund managers across all asset classes and produce detailed written reports.
• Ongoing monitoring of assigned funds and updating reports to reflect material operational changes.
• Lead onsite interviews with alternative fund managers to discuss operational risks and internal controls.
• Review and interpret financial statements, offering documents, and other fund literature.
• Conduct reference checks with service providers for completion of the relevant reports.
• Prepare clear, accurate, concise reports, in line with client and management deadlines.
• Liaise with clients and fund managers regarding ODD inquiries.
• Mentor Associate Analysts in Albourne’s ODD process.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Proactive

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

We are looking for an ODD Analyst to join our Operational Due Diligence team in our Hong Kong office. As an Analyst, you will analyze, review and monitor operational processes and risks of alternative fund managers. Analysis is delivered through written research reports for clients. You will contribute to the development of Albourne’s operational due diligence services as well as future new initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate alternative investment fund managers across all asset classes. Produce detailed written reports with an analysis of operational risk and internal controls.
• Ongoing monitoring of assigned funds and updating reports to reflect material operational changes.
• Lead onsite interviews with alternative fund managers to discuss operational risks and internal controls.
• Review and interpret financial statements, offering documents, and other fund literature.
• Conduct reference checks with service providers for completion of the relevant reports.
• Prepare clear, accurate, concise reports, in line with client and management deadlines.
• Liaise with clients and fund managers with respect to ODD inquiries.
• Develop and champion alternative investment industry best practices with respect to ODD. Stay current on industry standards and trends to help to facilitate knowledge transfer within the ODD group, the company, Albourne clients, and across the industry.
• Mentor Associate Analysts in Albourne’s ODD process.
• Support business development activities and client interactions.
• Participate in project work to support the due diligence process and broader company initiatives.
• Act as an ambassador for Albourne at industry events.
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams and regions.
• Become an active idea contributor to client newsletter and internal intranet.
• Regulatory registration with relevant regulators.
• Attendance at Company offsite and other Company events.
• Compliance with the Compliance Manual and other Albourne Policies and procedures, including, but no limited to IFFM; compliance reporting; Information, Communication & Cyber Security Policy; Expense & Travel Policy, etc. and HFDB filing.

Requirements

• At least 4 years prior relevant experience in alternative investment industry. We will also consider banking, consulting, fund administrator, and Big 4 candidates.
• Strong academic background.
• Proactive self-starter, proficient at time management and multi-tasking.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel when required.
• 22 days annual leave
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Business travel insurance

Albourne is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals.