Investment Monitoring Analyst / Manager (Investment Firm)

Randstad Malaysia; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Malaysia is seeking an Investment Monitoring Analyst/Manager to ensure compliance with investment guidelines. The role includes monitoring adherence to regulations, providing analytical reports, and improving compliance processes. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, be proficient in BlackRock Aladdin, and possess strong communication skills. This position requires handling stressful situations effectively while working under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in investment compliance-related functions.
• Proficient in BlackRock Aladdin suites including workbench and violations dashboard.
• Deep knowledge of regulations like MAS CCIS, CPFIG, and UCITS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in investment compliance monitoring and resolution of violations.
• Provide analysis and reports on investment limits and restrictions.
• Continuously monitor new and changing regulations for compliance.

Skills

Investment compliance knowledge

BlackRock Aladdin proficiency

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Graduate or post-graduate degree in Business, Accountancy, or Finance

Tools

BlackRock Aladdin

Job description

About the Company

Are you an experienced and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in investment compliance? A leading investment management firm is seeking an Investment Monitoring Analyst / Manager to join its team. In this role, you will be crucial in ensuring that all funds comply with regulatory and client‑mandated agreements, as well as with group and regional policies related to investment guidelines.

About the Job

Key Responsibilities

• Investment Compliance: Assist business owners in preempting, advising, identifying, and monitoring investment compliance limits and restrictions. Conduct daily pre‑trade and post‑trade investment compliance monitoring, investigating and resolving violations within a 5‑15 minute turnaround time for pre‑trade issues.
• Reporting: Provide timely analysis and reports, and escalation exceptions on investment limits and restrictions. You will also handle queries from audit, quality assurance, and inspection teams related to investment compliance.
• Ongoing Monitoring: Continuously monitor and review new and changing regulations and client mandates for investment compliance in regions including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, Korea, and Japan.
• Collaboration & Advice: Work with Trustees and Custodians to ensure fund compliance by reviewing their reported breaches. Advise fund managers and internal clients on the interpretation of relevant investment guidelines and restrictions.
• System & Process Enhancement: Improve and enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of monitoring processes through optimization, technology, and automation. Perform reviews of off‑system manual control rules. You will also be involved in the completeness review of rules coded in Aladdin.

Requirements

• Experience & Qualifications: You should have a graduate or post‑graduate degree in Business, Accountancy, or Finance. A minimum of 5 years of experience (10 – 15 years for manager) in investment compliance‑related functions is required.
• Technical Skills: You must be proficient in the full BlackRock Aladdin suites of Compliance modules, including the workbench and violations dashboard. Strong knowledge of Aladdin BQL and Investment Compliance logics is essential.
• Market Knowledge: You should have deep knowledge of regulations such as MAS CCIS, CPFIG, and UCITS, and/or local regulations in Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Vietnam, Indonesia, Hong Kong, China, Korea, and Japan.
• Personal Attributes: We are looking for a highly diligent, resourceful, and curious individual with excellent written and verbal English communication skills. Candidates with local language expertise in any of the countries listed above are preferred. You must be able to handle extreme stress and work under tight deadlines, as any errors could result in significant financial or reputational losses. Strong oversight, problem‑solving skills, and a forward‑looking mindset are also crucial.

About the Manager/Team

This role reports to the Head of IMT.

If you are keen to explore, kindly apply to the job ads above or reach out to Dex at 0162514577.