Description
* You have a first similar experience (1-3 years) in Hedge Fund / Private Debt.
* You speak fluently French & English.
## About Our Client ##
An asset management firm.
## Job Description ##
Investment Research & Coverage
* Monitor the universe of hedge funds and liquid alternative strategies, including performance, risk metrics, exposures and market context.
* Source, screen and analyse new hedge fund candidates; maintain and enhance the internal research database.
* Conduct quantitative and qualitative due diligence on hedge fund managers (performance attribution, risk factor decomposition, correlation analysis, operational checks, etc.).
* Maintain a strong and active industry network (managers, prime brokers, independent analysts, peers, prospects).
Portfolio Management Support
* Contribute to the management of the firm's hedge fund portfolios, including allocation monitoring and liquidity management.
* Assist with portfolio construction, optimisation, stress testing and scenario analysis.
* Prepare investment memos, committee materials and monitoring reports.
Monitoring & Ongoing Review
* Provide continuous oversight of existing investments: monitoring of KPIs, exposures, drawdowns, operational updates and risk indicators.
* Ensure regular review cycles, documenting findings and escalating relevant issues.
Market & Strategy Analysis
* Conduct research on market trends, macro developments and strategy-specific drivers (equity L/S, macro, credit, quant, event-driven, etc.).
* Support the team with ad-hoc analysis and research initiatives.
Operational & Reporting Responsibilities
* Liaise with administrators, custodians and service providers regarding subscriptions, redemptions, trade flows and operational queries.
* Assist in the preparation of client reporting, presentations and performance commentaries.
## The Successful Applicant ##
Education
* Bachelor or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Financial Engineering or a related field.
Experience
* 1-3 years of experience in hedge funds, multi-manager platforms, asset management, investment research, risk analytics or a related field.
* Strong interest in alternative investments and hedge fund strategies.
Technical Skills
* Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to manipulate and interpret data.
* Excellent command of Excel (VBA is a plus); experience with Bloomberg, Morningstar, eVestment or similar tools is an advantage.
* Understanding of fund due diligence processes and risk metrics.
Soft Skills
* Curious, detail-oriented, proactive and willing to learn.
* Strong communication skills in French and English (both required).
* Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
* High level of integrity and professionalism.
## What's on Offer ##
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior professional with initial experience in alternative investments or asset management who wishes to grow in a sophisticated and entrepreneurial environment.
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JN-022026-6944268
Job Function
Banking & Financial Services
Specialisation
Portfolio / Fund / Asset Manager
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Geneva
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-022026-6944268