Alternatives Analyst (18-Month Contract)

Eastspring is a global asset manager with Asia at its core. We create a culture in which diversity is celebrated and inclusion assured, for our colleagues, customers, and partners. We provide a platform for our people to do their best work and make an impact to the business, and in exchange, we support our people's career ambitions. We pledge to make Eastspring a place where you can Connect, Grow and Succeed.

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KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. The individual will be part of a team responsible for supporting the growth of the firm’s alternatives business. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong fit with the team, with the ability to embrace the team’s investment philosophy and process.

2. The candidate will have the desire to grow in the alternative investments industry, have a strong background in financial analysis and transaction execution, excellent writing skills, be self-motivated with excellent time management skills to prioritise deadlines, and have a strong work ethic.

3. This is an important role with a number of key responsibilities, including:

• Analysing and evaluating potential managers according to identified criteria.
• Identifying key investment merits and risks through research and financial analysis.
• Assisting with all aspects of due diligence activities, including investment, operational, and ESG due diligence.
• Reviewing information provided by potential managers and preparing follow-up information requests.
• Preparing internal papers on potential managers.
• Project management and execution of live transactions, including reviewing legal documentation and liaising with external counsels, tax advisors, and internal support teams.
• Preparing update presentations for the internal team.

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EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• 2-6 years of alternatives investment experience, primarily within a fund-of-funds role (funds and co-investments).
• Investment banking or consulting experience is a plus.
• Strong and appropriate academic qualifications.
• Superior analytical and execution skills. Strong proven experience in financial analysis, financial modelling, due diligence, and transaction execution.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in small project teams.
• Ability to identify key investment merits, risks, and potential mitigants.
• Highly motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to develop concise presentations.
• Team player with positive attitude and high integrity.

Eastspring is an equal opportunity employer.  We provide equality of opportunity of benefits for all who apply and who perform work for our organisation irrespective of sex, race, age, ethnic origin, educational, social and cultural background, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, disability or part-time / fixed-term work, or any other status protected by applicable law. We encourage the same standards from our recruitment and third-party suppliers taking into account the context of grade, job and location. We also allow for reasonable adjustments to support people with individual physical or mental health requirements.