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Role Summary
We are looking for an analytics-savvy analyst to join External Fund Selection team as a (Manager).
The objective of this sub-team is to make good fund selection and allocation decisions, and to build a scalable engine of growth for GCIO.
The role will be responsible for performing fund selection and due diligence activities within GCIO.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform fund selection and due diligence analysis.
- Clearly and concisely present this analysis to internal and external stakeholders.
- Use data analysis to build deeper understanding of manager strengths and weaknesses.
- Collaborate closely with other members of the team on portfolio management, operational and commercial issues.
- Experience analyzing investments and / or funds.
- Good communication skills
- Strong English language skills and ideally a second Asian language
- Financial certifications such as CFA, CAIA or FRM will be viewed favourably.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 3 years experience in a role exposing the candidate to fund selection and / or investment management activities.
- Strong analytical background, with experience using data analytics and software as part of daily activities.
- Knowledge of investment strategies across asset classes and geographies. Ideally some knowledge of Fixed Income in particular.
- Task-oriented, diligent, detailed, meticulous, analytical
- Good team player, can work well with colleagues across different levels and departments.
- Innovative, embraces new ideas and creative in solutions
Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equality of opportunity of benefits for all who apply and who perform work for our organisation irrespective of sex, race, age, ethnic origin, educational, social and cultural background, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, disability or part-time / fixed-term work, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage the same standards from our recruitment and third-party suppliers taking into account the context of grade, job and location. We also allow for reasonable adjustments to support people with individual physical or mental health requirements.
