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Ref: HP031-106
Job description / Role
Main Objectives
* Assist CIO in managing the investment program by providing analysis and monitoring of assigned investment portfolios; providing research and analysis for investment selection, performance measurement and attribution relative to benchmarks;
* Assist in implementing investment decisions by coordinating with investment managers and custodian bank;
* Monitor investment structure and risks relative to established policies.
Main Responsibilities
* Portfolio Monitoring - Analysis and monitoring of assigned portfolios relating to valuation, performance, characteristics and risk relative to benchmarks
* Compliance - Monitoring portfolios for conformance with established investment guidelines and contract provisions
* Reporting - Prepare reports on a routine basis with reference to area 1 & 2
* Industry Knowledge - Maintain current knowledge of relevant investment markets by reviewing current research reports and publications and through contact with current and potential investment managers. Maintain knowledge current trends in investment markets and their impact on portfolios.
* Investment Selection - Perform analysis, research and due-diligence on investment management firms and assist in conducting manager searches.
* Risk Monitoring - Analyse aggregate characteristics and risk of asset classes and monitor portfolio structures relative to policy.
* External Relationship Management - Coordinate activities of investment managers and custodian to ensure smooth operations and timely implementation of decisions and asset transfers etc.
* Other - Perform other analytical and research assignments.
Requirements
Education
* Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Economics or related field required
* MBA and/or progress towards CFA charter preferred.
Preferred Experience and Skills
* Minimum of 5 years of investment analysis experience related to externally managed global fixed income portfolios
* Strong analytical/problem solving skills
* Written and oral communication skills
* Ability to work with computer based analytical tools
* Team oriented and work cooperatively with others
* Adaptability to changing demands and priorities
* Proactive and self motivated
About the Company
Executive Solutions is a different breed of talent consultancy. Driven by a unique philosophy, we think differently and act differently from the pack. Were here to do one thing: to improve our clients businesses by finding, focusing and delivering the most talented people.
We dont just do traditional contingency recruitment. Discovering talent is much more than just matching a CV to a vacancy - its about understanding companys corporate culture and ensuring a comprehensive match. We believe that in order to find the right candidate we must understand the motivations and ambitions of senior management, which is reflected in our personal approach when partnering with a client.
Executive Solutions is your trusted talent solutions partner head quartered in Dubai, specialising in direct talent, tailored talent and HR talent solutions, along with Nationalisation initiatives throughout the Middle East. Driven by a unique philosophy, we incorporate innovative and comprehensive talent management solutions each tailored to suit what our clients need.