Investment Analyst, Manager Selection

BAE Systems ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Investment Analyst, Manager Selection Would you like to work within the BAE Systems Pensions Funds Investment Management Team? We currently have a vacancy for an Investment Analyst, Manager Selection at our site in Burwood House - Greater London. As an Investment Analyst, Manager Selection, you will support the manager of external funds in the oversight and selection of investment managers appointed by the pension scheme's trustees to manage investment portfolios on their behalf. This role will provide you with the opportunity to join a talented and professional front office team working for our leading investment management company. Your main responsibilities as an Investment Analyst, Manager Selection will involve: Portfolio analysis and oversight of external manager investment portfolios Developing and maintaining framework for external manager oversight Assisting lead in manager meetings, pre meeting research and post meeting follow ups Monitoring relevant industry, regulatory and legal developments Supporting lead on operational issues arising from external managers Due diligence on legal agreements and fund documentation, with support from external counsel Writing reports and presentations to pension fund trustees Supporting lead on manager searches, RFP's, manager due diligence, manager take-ons and transitions Researching of investment markets and asset classes Supporting in maintenance and management of key operating system interfaces (including custodian, Bloomberg, peer group databases) Your skills and qualifications: Advanced MS Office and Excel capability Previous experience working in a fund/investment analytical role What we're looking for in you: You will need to be numerate, inquisitive, an independent thinker and versatile (developing a core understanding of multiple disciplines and their interaction). You will have strong communication skills as you will be expected to influence and persuade at a senior level Location: Burwood House Salary: Competitive Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive. Head Office If you'd like to make a real difference where it counts, BAE Systems is the place for you. From keeping soldiers, sailors and pilots safe to helping countries prosper, from developing the next generation of supersonic aircraft to investing in the next generation of super-smart talent - at BAE Systems, we work together to give our customers an essential edge in protecting the things that really matter. Lives, livelihoods, ways of life. As part of the Head Office team, you'll be at the heart of this endeavour - working closely with our air, maritime, land and cyber and intelligence businesses to support our customers around the world. Join us and you'll be encouraged and rewarded to excel in this important work. Apply your talent where it counts. We recognise that an inclusive and diverse workplace - where all employees feel respected, valued and able to achieve their full potential - is vitally important. Not only does it inspire creativity and collaboration, it's good for business. We celebrate our differences and believe our diverse skills, abilities and perspectives strengthen our culture and our overall performance. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people. Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.