Associate – Valuation Oversight

Landing Point; Connecticut; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Landing Point in Connecticut seeks an Associate for its Security Valuation group to support valuation oversight across fund structures. You will execute end-to-end valuation processes, prepare committee materials, and challenge third-party pricing with independent judgment.

The role requires deep valuation expertise, strong knowledge of derivatives, and interaction with auditors and vendors to strengthen controls. This is a full-time on-site position in the CT area.

Qualifications

• Deep technical expertise in valuation methodologies and strong understanding of corporate actions.
• Strong knowledge of derivatives and experience with complex valuation models.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, including SEC Rule 2a-5 and UCITS frameworks.
• Ability to operate independently and make well-reasoned decisions in complex scenarios.
• Experience interacting with auditors and third-party service providers.
• Proficiency with SQL, Excel, Python, Bloomberg, DataScope, S&P Derivative Studio/PV, FundRun.

Responsibilities

• Execute the valuation function end-to-end, including valuation committee materials and support of fair value determinations.
• Define and execute the valuation strategy and operating model, driving process enhancements and control improvements.
• Oversee daily and periodic valuation activities, including evaluating complex positions and challenging third-party pricing.
• Apply independent technical judgment to evaluate valuation methodologies and support well-reasoned valuation conclusions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, maintaining a robust control and documentation framework.
• Oversee pricing vendors and third-party service providers, ensuring quality and transparency.
• Identify valuation risks and process gaps, implementing enhancements to strengthen controls.
• Work with auditors on valuation matters, supporting audits and reviewing methodologies.
• Design and oversee complex valuation models, ensuring alignment with industry practices.

Skills

Valuation methodologies

Derivatives

Regulatory requirements

Independent judgment

Auditors interaction

Tools

SQL

Excel

Python

Bloomberg

DataScope

S&P Derivative Studio/PV

FundRun

Job description

Company Overview

A global investment management firm with over $200 billion in assets under management, known for its systematic, research-driven approach, is seeking an Associate to join its Security Valuation group. This role will support the valuation oversight function across various fund structures.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute the valuation function end-to-end, including valuation committee materials and support of fair value determinations.
• Define and execute the valuation strategy and operating model, driving process enhancements and control improvements.
• Oversee daily and periodic valuation activities, including evaluating complex positions and challenging third-party pricing.
• Apply independent technical judgment to evaluate valuation methodologies and support well-reasoned valuation conclusions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, maintaining a robust control and documentation framework.
• Oversee pricing vendors and third-party service providers, ensuring quality and transparency.
• Identify valuation risks and process gaps, implementing enhancements to strengthen controls.
• Work with auditors on valuation matters, supporting audits and reviewing methodologies.
• Design and oversee complex valuation models, ensuring alignment with industry practices.

Qualifications

• Deep technical expertise in valuation methodologies and strong understanding of corporate actions.
• Strong knowledge of derivatives and experience with complex valuation models.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, including SEC Rule 2a-5 and UCITS frameworks.
• Ability to operate independently and make well-reasoned decisions in complex scenarios.
• Experience interacting with auditors and third-party service providers.
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, Python, Bloomberg, DataScope, S&P Derivative Studio/PV, FundRun.

Compensation

Salary: $100,000 – $120,000, Plus Bonus