Senior Associate - External Fund Management

Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan); Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) is hiring a Senior Associate - External Fund Management in Kuala Lumpur to support investment analysis, fund performance reviews, and due diligence on external fund managers. You will coordinate IMA processes and ensure compliance with internal policies.

The role requires 6+ years in investment management, strong knowledge of fixed income, rates, FX and macro trends, plus proficiency with Bloomberg and Excel for reporting and decision support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, Investment, Business, Economics, or related fields; CFA, PKMC, or similar certifications are advantageous.
• Minimum 6 years' experience in investment management or financial services, preferably with exposures to fixed income instruments and external fund management.
• Strong knowledge of Rates and FX markets (domestic and international), fixed income, credit, and macroeconomic trends.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis, and tools such as Bloomberg and Excel, experience in investment analysis and performance monitoring for institutional portfolios.
• Familiarity with due-diligence processes and prior experience in preparing reports and communicating with stakeholders in an investment context.
• Ability to interpret market developments and contribute to investment strategies through rigorous analysis and informed recommendations.

Responsibilities

• The position requires a strong understanding of investment products, fund performance metrics and operational process to ensure seamless communication, reporting accuracy and strategic alignment with EFM.
• Assist in sourcing and evaluating new investment ideas and strategies for fund outsourcing.
• Gather market data and prepare preliminary analysis for team lead's review.
• Maintain and update the EFM database.
• Support investment and operational due diligence on shortlisted EFMs by compiling quantitative and qualitative data and preparing assessment report.
• Prepare documentation for EFM appointments/terminations including proposal papers for necessary approvals.
• Coordinate the execution of Investment Management Agreement (IMA) and ensure timely of fund disbursements and withdrawals in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Skills

Investment analysis

Data analysis

Financial modelling

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting, Investment, Business, Economics

CFA/PKMC or similar certifications advantageous

Tools

Bloomberg

Excel

Job description

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Senior Associate - External Fund Management

Date: 2 Oct 2026

Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY

Key Responsibilities

• The position requires a strong understanding of investment products, fund performance metrics and operational process to ensure seamless communication, reporting accuracy and strategic alignment with EFM.
• Assist in sourcing and evaluating new investment ideas and strategies for fund outsourcing.
• Gather market data and prepare preliminary analysis for team lead's review.
• Maintain and update the EFM database.
• Support investment and operational due diligence on shortlisted EFMs by compiling quantitative and qualitative data and preparing assessment report.
• Prepare documentation for EFM appointments/terminations including proposal papers for necessary approvals.
• Coordinate the execution of Investment Management Agreement (IMA) and ensure timely of fund disbursements and withdrawals in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Track EFM's investment activities and verifying compliance with IMA terms and KWAP's internal policies and guidelines.
• Escalate potential issues for further review.
• Prepare and analyse EFM's performance data, risk metrics and market exposure for management review and decision-making.
• Support and involve in automation initiatives to enhance reporting efficiency, data accessibility and accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with EFMs and key stakeholders within the investment ecosystem.
• Maintain regular communication with internal departments to ensure smooth operation and timely resolution of issues.
• Assist in updating relevant SOPs, guidelines, policies and IMA to reflect current practices.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, Investment, Business, Economics, or related fields; CFA, PKMC, or similar certifications are advantageous.
• Minimum 6 years' experience in investment management or financial services, preferably with exposures to fixed income instruments and external fund management.
• Strong knowledge of Rates and FX markets (domestic and international), fixed income, credit, and macroeconomic trends.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis, and tools such as Bloomberg and Excel, experience in investment analysis and performance monitoring for institutional portfolios.
• Familiarity with due-diligence processes and prior experience in preparing reports and communicating with stakeholders in an investment context.
• Ability to interpret market developments and contribute to investment strategies through rigorous analysis and informed recommendations.