Goldman Sachs Fund Services Limited (GSAMFSL) acts as management company and global distributor for a range of UCITS and alternative investment funds. While portfolio management activities may be delegated to internal and external investment managers, GSAMFSL retains responsibility for the effective oversight of those arrangements. The Investment Management Oversight team provides independent monitoring and constructive challenge of portfolio management delegates, assessing performance, adherence to investment mandates and processes, key investment risks, delegate controls and compliance with applicable policies and regulatory expectations.

The Analyst will support the Investment Management Designated Person by reviewing quantitative and qualitative information, participating in delegate oversight meetings and due diligence reviews, identifying emerging issues, and tracking remediation through to closure. The role will help produce evidence-based reporting, escalation and recommendations for senior management, governance committees and the Board. It offers broad exposure to Portfolio Management, Trading, Investment Risk, Product Development, Legal, Compliance, Operations and other stakeholders across the GSAM business, including involvement in new product and material fund change assessments from an investment oversight perspective.

Primary Responsibilities

Analyse portfolio performance, risk indicators, investment guideline adherence and investment-process outcomes across the GS fund range
Perform periodic and thematic reviews of internal and external portfolio management delegates, including initial and ongoing due diligence
Assess investment performance and persistent underperformance, liquidity, leverage, concentration, derivatives and counterparty exposures, sustainability risk and relevant product commitments
Review matters relating to best execution, trading, valuation, securities financing, collateral arrangements, stressed portfolio conditions and investment breaches
Challenge delegates on exceptions, adverse trends, control weaknesses and the quality, completeness and timeliness of delegate reporting
Maintain delegate oversight plans, risk assessments, due diligence records, issues and actions, and track remediation through to closure
Prepare clear management information, conclusions and recommendations for the Investment Management Designated Person, senior management, governance committees and the Board
Identify, document and escalate material issues, including conflicts of interest arising from affiliated delegates and risks associated with sub-delegation arrangements
Review relevant policies, procedures and controls, assess their effectiveness and contribute to the continued development of the GSAMFSL investment oversight framework
Contribute to new product approvals and material fund change assessments by evaluating portfolio management arrangements, investment risks and oversight readiness

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
At least one year of experience in financial services, asset management, investment risk, compliance, audit, fund governance or a related control function
Ability to analyse performance, risk and portfolio data and translate complex information into concise governance reporting
Ability to build effective relationships and provide constructive challenge to delegates and senior stakeholders
Strong judgement, attention to detail and ability to identify issues, escalate concerns and follow remediation through to completion
Strong organisational, business writing, communication and time-management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of UCITS and/or alternative investment fund structures and the role of a management company in overseeing delegated portfolio management
Understanding of investment products, portfolio-management concepts and relevant investment risks
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; exposure to data visualisation, reporting automation or portfolio analytics tools would be beneficial
Experience in a control-focused role or front-office environment
CFA qualification, progress towards the qualification or willingness to undertake relevant professional development

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