DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• University graduate or equivalent
• 5+ years of relevant prior work experience, with expertise in or familiarity with one or more of the following areas: operational due diligence, fund due diligence, audit (including internal audit), legal and compliance, technology and information security, fund operations, fund administration, or prime brokerage
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Possession of, or advanced progression toward, a relevant professional qualification (e.g., CFA, CAIA, CPA)
• Proactive self-starter with strong time management and multitasking skills
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency using Excel, PowerBI, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Ability to comply with terms of Albourne Compliance Manuals
• Ability and willingness to travel frequently outside of Canada
• Regulatory registration, as required based on regional requirements

THE ROLE

We are seeking an Operational Due Diligence (ODD) Analyst with 5+ years of relevant experience to join our team in Toronto. This role requires a seasoned professional with the expertise to conduct a thorough assessment of non-investment operational risks within investment managers’ businesses and deliver key insights, risks, and recommendations through written reports to our clients. Our Analysts cover a wide range of investment managers, strategies, and fund structures, ensuring a dynamic and continuous learning environment. Our ODD team members come from diverse backgrounds, including investment management, fund administration, auditing, and forensic accounting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As an Operational Due Diligence Analyst, you will:

• Evaluate assigned alternative investment managers, with a particular focus on analyzing operational risk and internal controls. Responsibilities include examining documentation, reviewing staff and organizational structure, and assessing information systems and technology infrastructure.
• Conduct on-site interviews with investment managers to discuss operational risks, internal controls, and information systems, as well as verify the existence of assets.
• Monitor assigned funds on an ongoing basis and update written reports to reflect changes in fund operations.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and concise reports and recommendations to clients, in line with client and management deadlines.
• Liaise with clients and investment managers with respect to ODD inquiries.
• Develop and implement company best practices for ODD and facilitate knowledge transfer within the ODD group and company, as well as among clients and investment managers.
• Participate in project work to enhance the due diligence process and broader company initiatives.
• Provide thought leadership by contributing to the client newsletter and intranet and assist with the production of white paper research for distribution to clients.
• Act as an ambassador for Albourne at industry events.
• Mentor ODD Associate Analysts in Albournes ODD process.
• Report potential conflicts to Compliance and work with Compliance to ensure that conflict disclosures appear on research reports.