Operational Due Diligence Analyst

Salary: £50,000 - 70,000 per year

Requirements:

• Minimum 3+ years experience in the alternative investment industry, ideally in operational due diligence, fund accounting, audit, or operations
• Strong academic background (degree or equivalent)
• Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, or CAIA, or progress towards one is advantageous
• Excellent written communication skills with experience producing detailed reports
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Proactive and self-motivated approach
• Willingness to travel internationally where required

Responsibilities:

• Conduct operational due diligence reviews of alternative investment managers across multiple asset classes
• Analyse operational processes, identify risks, and recommend practical mitigation strategies
• Produce clear, concise written reports for institutional clients, outlining findings and risk assessments
• Perform ongoing monitoring of assigned managers and update reports to reflect evolving risk profiles
• Lead interviews and on-site meetings with investment managers to assess internal controls and infrastructure
• Review key documentation including financial statements, offering memoranda, and fund materials
• Carry out reference checks with third-party service providers
• Engage with clients and investment managers to respond to due diligence queries
• Contribute to the enhancement of internal due diligence frameworks and methodologies
• Support broader business initiatives and project work related to investment due diligence
• Mentor junior team members and support knowledge sharing across the team
• Collaborate across global teams and contribute to internal and external publications
• Represent the firm at relevant industry events and support client engagement activity

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We are an established global advisory firm seeking an experienced professional to join our Operational Due Diligence (ODD) function in our City of London office. We support institutional clients with detailed analysis of operational risks across alternative asset managers worldwide, covering governance, operations, valuation, counterparty relationships, compliance, and infrastructure. This is a collaborative, international team environment with exposure to a broad range of alternative strategies, strong emphasis on professional development, knowledge sharing, and long-term progression within the alternative investments space.

last updated 36 week of 2026