Junior Hedge Fund Analyst

• 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.

Quote job ref

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