Logo
Cambridge Associates

Investment Analyst, Business Risk Management

Cambridge Associates, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298


CAREERS THAT CHANGE THE WORLD OUR CULTURE Cambridge Associates believes culture is central to your success and ours. We believe in a vibrant, values-driven culture that is supportive, inclusive, and diverse. Here, we celebrate the individual while we support global connectivity. At CA, collaboration wins, kindness matters, and

your success is our priority . We foster an

inclusive

and

diverse

environment that enables

all individuals

to engage and

bring their full selves to work. OUR CLIENTS Cambridge Associates believes our clients come first. Our clients are the most compelling endowments, foundations, pensions, private clients, and institutional investors around the globe. We lock arms with them to meet and exceed their investment objectives, so they can

change the world . OUR PEOPLE Cambridge Associates believes we do our best when you do your best. At CA, we are only as successful as you are. We actively recruit and invest in the most dynamic and diverse talent and then empower you to succeed. By leveraging your unique skills, developing your individual career goals, and building a collaborative global community of connected, diverse individuals, we build

a community that is stronger together . But enough about us.

Tell us about YOU Are you a

bold individual

seeking an opportunity to contribute to a

value-based, collaborative environment

in some of the most exciting cities around the globe? Are you eager to work for an organization committed to

diversity, inclusion, sustainability, and Corporate Social Responsibility ? Do you strive to work in an environment that encourages

innovation and teamwork ? Are you a

thought leader

who cares about

making a difference in the world

while contributing to an

amazing culture ? Do you value a

challenging professional opportunity

where you can

leverage your skills , gain a

valuable foundational in finance and investment , and build a

long-term career development plan ? Are you seeking a

competitive salary , a

robust and comprehensive benefits program , and a variety of

attractive benefits and perks ? THE OPPORTUNITY The Business Risk Management (BRM) group is part of the Global Investment Research team. The Operational Due Diligence Analyst will be a member of the BRM team that is responsible for conducting business and operational risk reviews of long-only and alternative investment managers. BRM’s operational due diligence program involves a comprehensive review of investment manager processes and procedures pertaining to such key areas as operations, compliance, valuation, fund accounting, counterparty-risk management, technology and other support functions. Its primary mandate is to mitigate the risk of financial loss and/or reputational damages resulting from business or operational related issues. Job Responsibilities Support the BRM team with initial and ongoing operational due diligence on investment managers across all asset classes (including hedge funds, credit, real assets, private equity and venture capital). Responsibilities include developing due diligence plans, reviews of managers’ documented procedures, attending onsite meetings with manager leadership teams (COO, CFO, CCO etc.), coordinating background checks, and preparing written analyses of managers’ business and operational capabilities and their risk management frameworks. Provide support in the review of external service providers including fund administrators, law firms, auditors, compliance consultants and prime brokers. Review and monitor audited financial statements and ongoing operational and risk-related developments at investment manager firms. Maintain database of fund operational and vendor data for strategy and peer group analyses. Coordinate special projects and interact with operational due diligence analysts, investment research professionals and investment directors. Qualifications 1 - 3 years of experience within the financial services industry, preferably in investment fund operations, fund accounting, risk management, auditing of investment products or investment management regulatory/compliance environment. Experience conducting operational due diligence strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree with a record of achievement. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to prioritize multiple requests for information, while ensuring integrity, accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of data. Strong quantitative and analytical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work both independently and in a team under tight deadlines. Ability to travel for work (~20%). All applicants should submit a copy of their resume.

#J-18808-Ljbffr