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Senior Consultant, Investment Performance Attribution Analysis
Northern Trust. Deliver accurate, high-quality investment performance attribution analysis across portfolios, asset classes and investment vehicles .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in investment performance measurement and attribution analysis, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality insights and strategic improvements in performance analytics. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and manage complex investment data while adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
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Investment Performance MeasurementAttribution AnalysisBlackRock Aladdin AnalyticsDigital Transformation InitiativesStakeholder Management
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Hard Skills
Investment Performance AttributionPortfolio AnalyticsBenchmark AnalysisData Governance FrameworksAnalytical SkillsProcess ImprovementInvestment Management TechnologyPerformance Reporting ToolsInvestment Analytics PlatformsAttention to Detail
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsDecision-Making Skills
Tools & Technologies
Investment Management Technology PlatformsAnalytical SystemsPerformance Reporting ToolsRelevant Databases
Certifications & Qualifications
CFACIPM
Industry Keywords
Investment Management IndustryEquity Investment StrategiesFixed Income Investment StrategiesUK Non-UCITS Retail SchemesUCITSPooled Investment VehiclesRegulatory DevelopmentsGlobal OrganisationCultural AwarenessInvestment Performance Analytics
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Deliver accurate, high-quality investment performance attribution analysis across portfolios, asset classes and investment vehicles
- Act as a subject matter expert in investment performance measurement and attribution analysis
- Produce, analyse and interpret investment performance attribution results for internal stakeholders and external clients
- Collaborate with Portfolio Management, Product Management, Sales and Marketing, Investment Operations and Performance and Analytics teams
- Develop, communicate and execute the strategic roadmap for performance analytics
- Identify and champion digitisation, automation and process improvement opportunities
- Provide governance and oversight of data, methodologies and processes supporting performance calculations
- Assess operating models, identify improvement opportunities and develop future-state processes and capabilities
- Contribute to consistent calculation methodologies, reporting standards and data governance frameworks across global teams
- Monitor regulatory developments, industry standards and emerging best practices
- Lead and contribute to strategic initiatives, special projects and technology-driven solutions
Requirements
What you’ll need- Strong understanding of the investment management industry, particularly equity and/or fixed income investment strategies
- Knowledge of investment performance measurement, attribution methodologies, portfolio analytics and benchmark analysis
- Experience working with UK Non-UCITS Retail Schemes (NURS), UCITS and other pooled investment vehicles
- Familiarity with investment management technology platforms and analytical systems; BlackRock Aladdin analytics experience advantageous
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy
- Ability to interpret complex investment data and communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Strong consultative and stakeholder management skills
- Experience identifying and implementing digital transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives
- Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and deliver high-quality results within deadlines
- Strong communication, interpersonal and decision-making skills
- Ability to work effectively within a global organisation with cultural awareness and adaptability
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business or a related discipline
- CFA and/or CIPM designation strongly preferred
- Ideally 7+ years of experience within the investment management industry, including investment performance measurement, attribution analysis and reporting
- Experience within the performance and analytics function of a mid-to-large investment management firm
- Strong working knowledge of investment analytics platforms, performance reporting tools and relevant databases
- Proven experience collaborating with investment professionals and cross-functional stakeholders
- Right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application and throughout employment
- Must not require employer-sponsored visa authorization for the role
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible and collaborative work culture
- Movement within the organization is encouraged
- Accessible senior leaders
- Inclusive workplace
- Philanthropy and community service opportunities
- Reasonable accommodations during the employment process