Job Description
Senior Director - Alternative Investment Funds

Summary

We are looking for you - with a keen perception, enthusiasm for the fund market and the topic of private markets to join our team in Europe. This is a unique opportunity to join a friendly, openminded and culturally diverse team with a flat hierarchy in an international company with a proven track record of more than 20 years. 

To expand our team for alternative investments, we are looking for a highly motivated Analyst with strong analytical skills and the knowledge of private markets. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of new products and support the maintenance of our current product portfolio. This role requires a blend of quantitative and qualitative analysis, exceptional communication skills, and a proactive approach to staying current with market and regulatory developments.

You will be responsible for monitoring your own portfolio of ratings, as well as assigning new ratings as Scope’s coverage grows. You will be the subject matter expert on your coverage, representing the team and Scope vis-à-vis issuers, investors, and the media and regularly produce research to strengthen Scope’s brand recognition. This is a challenging and rewarding position with significant responsibilities, reporting directly to the Managing Director. 

Duties & responsibilities

  • Provides Assistance and represents the Head of Alternative Investments in case of absence
  • Acts as lead analyst on Alternative Investments with a primary focus on alternative investments / private markets
  • Acts as communication point-of-contact between Scope Analysis and customers
  • Enhances Scope’s analytical capabilities and methodologies 
  • Analyses qualitative and quantitative fund aspects such as structural risks, operational risks, legal and regulatory aspects
  • Leads fund rating committees 
  • Monitors existing ratings and if necessary recommends reviews and changes on a timely basis
  • Creates and monitors peer groups
  • Is able to conduct discussions with clients, investors and asset managers, as well as giving presentations, explanations and briefings at a highly professional level 
  • Is able and ready to travel and to show flexibility in accepting tasks and duties and carrying them out as directed
  • Works closely with other Alternative Investments team members, staff and management in Scope Analysis and coordinates the workload of junior analysts 
  • Produces high-quality, insightful and forward-looking research and analytical comments on a timely basis
  • Informs colleagues in new topics and passes on knowledge within the team
  • Provides guidance to other team members to produce regular performance reports and analyses

Professional & personal qualifications

  • At least 8 years of experience in the financial industry, that reflects analytical and quantitative skills with a solid understanding of Alternative Investments
  • Master's degree in finance, banking, economics, statistics, mathematics or equivalent qualification
  • Extensive knowledge of private markets, such as real assets (infrastructure and real estate ) amongst others
  • Willingness to take responsibility with an entrepreneurial attitude
  • Independent thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Multi-cultural, collaborative, self-starter, versatile, inquisitive and detail-oriented personality
  • Experiences in research writing with strong written and oral communication skills 
  • Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to meet deadlines and motivate others to do the same
  • Strong MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) computer skills
  • Fluency in at least a major European language (English and / or French preferred) in addition to German

Interested?
If this sounds like a journey for you, we look forward to learning more from your convincing application. Please note: For non-EU applicants, a valid work and residence permit is a prerequisite for this job position. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor relocation from outside of the EU at this time.

What we want to see

  • Current CV
  • Copy of your university degrees and certificates
  • Criminal record certificate (can be provided at a later date)
  • At least 3 letters of reference (can be provided at a later date)

About Scope Fund Analysis 
Scope Fund Analysis GmbH is part of the Scope Group with headquarters in Berlin and offices in Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Milan, Oslo and Paris. With more than 20 years of experience, Scope Analysis is the leading European provider of research and ratings on investment funds and asset managers. The team of experienced analysts provide more than 10,000 investment ratings across all major asset classes. In addition to ratings and research, the analysts work closely with fund selectors and institutional investors to support their investment decision-making. Our ratings and research are available on ScopeExplorer and are distributed to more than 12,000 subscribers. More on www.scopeexplorer.com.

At Scope Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and fairness. We embrace people from all backgrounds, regardless of culture, ethnicity and gender. We ensure that our application processes are free from discrimination. By valuing each individual's unique background and perspectives, we strive to create an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute their best. Our dedication to equality and inclusivity reflects our belief that diversity drives innovation and success.