Operational Due Diligence Analyst

Company Overview

Every firm has a culture - the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization's DNA. But the truly inspiring firms - the game-changers, the industry leaders and the disruptors - have cultures that propel them to innovate and stand out. At Brown Advisory, we aim to be one of those inspired firms. Over the years, we have purposefully built and nurtured our client-first culture.

Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering a combination of first-class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service with offices in Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Delaware, Frankfurt, London, Nashville, New York, North Carolina, San Francisco, Singapore, Southern California, Tokyo, Virginia and Washington, D.C. The firm's institutional and private clients are based in 50 states and more than 44 countries and territories and are served by over 850 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm.

Brown Advisory is seeking a highly motivated, intelligent, and experienced individual to serve as an Operational Due Diligence (ODD) Analyst. This position requires an intrinsically motivated individual with a true passion to learn and the capability to solve complex problems, often under deadlines.

The primary duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Conduct operational due diligence on hedge, private equity, real estate and long only funds

• Assist in evaluating external investments focusing on risks associated with fund operations

• Communicate with fund managers to gather relevant due diligence information

• Review and analyze funds' financial, legal, and other documents

• Participate in onsite due diligence meetings with senior fund personnel

• Create operational due diligence reports for broad distribution

• Develop and leverage technology to maintain manager specific data and track due diligence metrics

• Participate in research, asset allocation, and investment committee meetings

• Attend industry events and seminars to monitor industry trends

• Conduct ad hoc projects to assist the investment teams

Qualifications:

• Four (4) + years financial service industry experience

• Prior operational due diligence, or hedge fund operations/accounting experience, strongly preferred

• Understanding of various financial instruments

• Bachelor's degree required

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• CFA or CAIA preferred, not required

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

• Highly organized and detail oriented

• Superior analytical, problem solving, organizational, and communication skills

• Superior written and oral communication skills

• Ability to work independently and efficiently on several assignments simultaneously

• Willingness to travel globally, approximately 10-20%

• Works well under pressure

• Ability to work in an office location

Salary: $85K-$115K Commensurate with experience and location. Does not include bonus or long term incentive eligibility (if applicable).

Benefits

At Brown Advisory we offer a competitive compensation package, including full benefits.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Wellness program participation incentive

• Financial wellness program

• Gym membership discounts

• Fitness event fee reimbursement

• Corporate gym membership discounts

• Colleague Assistance Program

• Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)

• Adoption Benefits

• Daycare late pick-up fee reimbursement

• Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Paid parental leave

• Group Long Term Disability

• Pet Insurance

• 401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4 year vesting)

Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.