Junior Analyst - Alternatives Investment Risk

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Job Description WHO WE ARE Aberdeen Investments is part of Aberdeen Group plc, one of the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments groups. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities.

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Responsibilities

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→Support the reporting processes for the AIS daily, monthly, and quarterly risk deliverables
→Gain and apply technical knowledge and skills to understand and enhance the risk management and research processes
→Oversee adherence to investment guidelines and research any breaches and escalate concerns to senior members of team
→Perform ad-hock projects and analysis within our various risk and portfolio management systems
→Collaborate with the research team to perform risk due diligence of prospective funds to evaluate the risk culture of the organization, the tools used internally are fit for purpose, and the fund is adhering to the AIS standards of best practices for their investment strategy
→Stay informed of market developments and hedge trends and look to identify and quantify the potential exposure and impact on the desk’s investments
→Communicate analysis clearly and confidently to senior colleagues, committees, and clients
→Promote a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative culture of high‑standards across the organization

Requirements

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1–5 years of professional experience with knowledge of hedge fund strategies and investment risks associated across asset classes
Strong qualitative and quantitative analytical skills; familiarity with statistical concepts, risk frameworks, and performance analysis
Understanding of investment risk methodologies and ability to apply risk techniques across and within asset classes
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to partner with the investment research team, existing clients, and external vendors
Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with programming or statistical tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL) is a plus but not required
Bachelor’s degree required; progress toward CFA or CAIA is a plus

Creative problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in hedge funds and alternative strategies with healthy skepticism and practical understanding of the supplied information
Listening, inquisitiveness, and attention to detail with an eye toward anticipating questions to perform thorough analysis to ensure relevancy, timely delivery, and accuracy
Initiative, drive, and a willingness to take ownership of tasks with a learning and growth mindset
Detailed management of task queue and email organization

What We Offer

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✓Base salary range: $85,000 - $100,000

✓Best in class Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with well-known carriers; Telehealth and Health Concierge services.

✓Health, Dependent and Commuter Flexible Spending Plans.

✓Employer provided Life Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term disability with additional optional coverage options.

✓Investing for your Future - 401(k) Retirement Savings plan with top notch company Profit Sharing contribution which is immediately vested!

✓Generous time off starting day one with 4+ weeks annual vacation plus 9 paid holidays.

✓Paid Parental, Adoption, and Family Sick/Caregiver leave programs.

✓Volunteer Days and Study Time to focus on what is important to you!

✓Make a donation to your favorite Charity and Aberdeen will match up to $500 per year!

✓Employee Assistance, Travel and Discount Programs. From helping you navigate the healthcare system, to providing resources and assistance to parents and caregivers of children with development disabilities.

✓Flexible, voluntary benefits including Accident Insurance, Identity Protection, and Legal Assistance.

✓Wellness program including Nutritional Counselling and Gym Membership Reimbursements.

Our strategic drivers are the foundations from which we deliver for all our stakeholders: High Impact Intelligence, Enduring Relationships, Connections without borders and Future fit. You can find out more about our values here.

We are committed to exploring the possibilities of working smarter. This means we’d like to hear from you, whatever way you like to work.
We have a long-term commitment to building inclusive workplaces; we value diversity in our workforce and welcome enquiries from everyone. If you need assistance or a reasonable adjustment due to a disability please let us know as part of your application and we will assist. You can find out more about our inclusive culture here.
Aberdeen is an affirmative action - equal opportunity employer.