Performance Analyst-Asset Management-Kenya at Old Mutual Kenya

Introduction

This role is responsible for performance generation, performance comparison, basic attribution analysis, generation of asset management data for business level reporting. The role requires an understanding of different investment asset classes and sources of returns to an investor. In addition to asset management metrics, terminology and computation methodology to be applied.

Minimum Requirements

• Appropriate use of interpersonal styles and communication techniques to gain commitment from others.
• Ability to apply analytical, integrative, lateral and systematic thinking skills.
• At least 4 years’ experience in a similar role
• Technical Knowledge – investment analysis and portfolio management

Degree

Professional papers related to asset management or similar field will be an added advantage

Job Specification

This role is responsible for performance generation, performance comparison, basic attribution analysis, generation of asset management data for business level reporting.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performance generation per portfolio
• Interrogation of portfolio, asset class performance
• Aggregation of performance statistics at a business level
• Generation of asset management metrics for business reporting
• Performance data supplied for Request for Proposals submissions
• The nature of the role is specialised knowledge work
• Communication focuses on transferring of relatively complex information.
• Any other duties related to the role.
• Will work closely with Portfolio Managers and GMD

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Integrity
• Ownership
• High Attention to Detail
• Inquisitive
• Highly Numerical literate
• MS Excel Knowledge
• Ability to interrogate output
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Decision Making,
• Gaining Commitment,
• Initiating Action
• Planning & Organizing,
• Technical Knowledge,
• Thinking Skills
• Strong verbal communication