Operational Due Diligence Analyst
Role Overview
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 investment managers
Assist in evaluating external investments focusing on risks associated with fund operations
Utilize AI tools and data analysis techniques to improve research efficiency, document analysis, monitoring workflows, and reporting capabilities
Communicate directly with fund managers and service providers to gather and assess due diligence information
Review and analyze financial statements, legal agreements, compliance materials, cybersecurity policies, valuation procedures, and operational documentation
Participate in onsite and virtual due diligence meetings with senior investment and operational personnel
Prepare operational due diligence reports and investment memoranda for internal committees and stakeholders
Develop and enhance internal due diligence processes, data infrastructure, and workflow automation tools
Partner with investment, research, risk, legal, compliance, and technology teams on cross-functional initiatives
Monitor industry developments, operational risk trends, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies impacting investment managers
Support ad hoc analytical and strategic projects across the investment platform
Key Skills for This Role
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Qualifications:
- 1–5 years of experience in operational due diligence, investment operations, fund accounting, risk management, consulting, audit, or related financial services roles
- Strong interest in investment manager operational risk analysis and alternative investments
- Understanding of financial instruments and investment fund structures
- Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools and technology to improve workflows, research, analysis, or reporting processes
- 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: $90-130K 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 • Fitness event fee reimbursement • 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.
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