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Investment Analyst
Location: London | Permanent
About the Role
Join the investment function of a specialist insurer, supporting the Head of Investments in managing a diversified portfolio. As Investment Analyst, you’ll contribute to portfolio analysis, manager research, and strategic decision-making while developing expertise in investment management within the insurance sector. Work on high-impact projects with the Investment Committee and senior leadership in a collaborative, intellectually challenging environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor portfolio performance, risk metrics, and exposures, preparing dashboards and commentary for senior leadership
- Evaluate portfolio positioning relative to strategic asset allocation and risk constraints
- Support manager and asset class research, conducting due diligence on investment managers, funds, and ESG disclosures
- Prepare investment proposals, briefing notes, and scenario analyses to support strategic decisions
- Contribute to development of investment policies, guidelines, and risk frameworks
- Support strategic asset allocation review with data gathering, modelling, and analysis
- Produce investment reports for Board, Investment Committee, and senior management
- Maintain organised documentation of research, analyses, and investment decisions
Requirements
- Experience in investment analysis, asset management, or related financial field within the insurance sector
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights clearly
- Proficiency with analytical tools (Excel, Clearwater, Bloomberg, or similar)
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a team environment
- Progress toward CFA, IMC, or similar professional qualification
- Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
What’s On Offer
Develop expertise in insurance investment management working on strategically important projects. Collaborate with senior leadership and Investment Committee on portfolio decisions and strategic initiatives. Strong foundation for professional development with support for CFA/IMC progression in a dynamic, intellectually engaging environment.
Our client is committed to diversity in all of its forms and operates an inclusive recruitment process and has a hybrid office working environment.