FVP, Funds Due Diligence Analyst

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Description

The FVP, Funds Due Diligence Analyst is responsible for conducting in-depth due diligence on investment funds, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. This role plays a critical part in assessing and mitigating risks associated with fund investments for United Overseas Bank Ltd.
Job Responsibilities:**
* Perform comprehensive due diligence on new and existing investment funds, including hedge funds, private equity funds, and traditional funds.
* Analyze fund offering documents, financial statements, investment strategies, risk disclosures, and operational processes.
* Conduct interviews with fund managers, administrators, and other service providers to assess their capabilities and risk management frameworks.
* Prepare detailed due diligence reports summarizing findings, identifying key risks, and providing recommendations to investment committees.
* Monitor ongoing performance, compliance, and significant events of approved funds.
* Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in fund due diligence.
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including investment teams, legal, compliance, and risk management, to ensure alignment on fund selection and monitoring.
* Participate in the development and enhancement of due diligence methodologies and tools.
* Present due diligence findings and recommendations to senior management and relevant committees.
Job Qualifications:**
* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. CFA designation is highly preferred.
* Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in fund due diligence, investment research, or a related role within the financial services industry, preferably in a banking or asset management environment.
* Strong understanding of various investment strategies, asset classes, and financial instruments.
* Proven ability to analyze complex financial data, identify key risks, and articulate findings clearly and concisely.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information effectively to diverse audiences.
* Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
* Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to fund investments (e.g., UCITS, AIFMD, MAS regulations).
* High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with due diligence platforms or investment research tools is a plus.

Additional Requirements

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