Manager Research Analyst

Please note this position is based in London and this will be the contractual location of the successful candidate, other locations cannot be considered.

This is a great job for someone with experience in the asset management industry, who can demonstrate a strong track record in fund selection and delivering compelling investment ideas-with particular expertise in Private Markets-to meet diverse client needs.

A bit about the job:

We are seeking an experienced investment professional to join our Global Fund Services team. This role is integral to the selection and ongoing oversight of external investment strategies across both Public and Private Markets. The successful candidate will work closely with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to fund selection for our Multi-Manager Fund-of-Funds and retail-focused portfolios, such as MPS. They will be responsible for conducting in-depth reviews of externally managed mandates and overseeing internally managed funds to ensure alignment with strategic objectives. Another key aspect of the role involves active participation in platform governance, helping to shape and uphold investment oversight standards. The position includes undertaking relevant research and strategic analysis within an established investment framework, while contributing to the continuous improvement of research processes in collaboration with fund management colleagues. The candidate will be expected to identify and monitor investment and regulatory risks associated with outsourced investment activities, coordinating input from relevant stakeholders to ensure robust oversight. We are looking for someone with strong analytical skills, sound investment judgement, and a practical understanding of private market fund structures and strategies. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and collaborative investment environment.

Skills and experience we're looking for:

Chartered Financial Analyst CFA/Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst CAIA/CFA Sustainable Investing Certificate and Investment Management Certificate

Solid investment knowledge of Public (Equities, Fixed Income) and Private Markets (Private Equity, Private Credit, Infrastructure and Real Estate).

An understanding of environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues as a key component of the research process.

Good communication skills (written and verbal). Comfortable presenting to clients and investment committees.

What you'll get for this role:

Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in

Eligibility for annual performance bonus

Family friendly parental and carer's leave

Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days

Up to 40% discount for Aviva products

Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefitto help you get expert support when you need it

Brilliant flexible benefits including electric cars

Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme

21 volunteering hours per year

In this role you'll be 'Certified' under the Financial Conduct Authority / Prudential Regulation Authority's Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). This means that we'll need to complete some regulatory background checks on you before you take up your role and we'll need to ask you some questions on an annual basis to make sure you remain 'fit and proper' and competent to carry out your role. We'll provide training on what holding a SMCR role means when you join us and annually thereafter.

Aviva is for everyone:

We're inclusive and welcome everyone - we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don't, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working -spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

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