Modelling Associate

  • Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited
  • Dec 07, 2021
Full time Banking

Job Description

Key responsibilities

  • ·Initially the role will support a project to centralise the valuation models within the AM team and will work alongside dedicated project and/or consultant resource to successfully implement this initiative
  • ·The Private Markets Group invests across a broad range of asset classes including Private Equity, Infrastructure, Private Credit and Property
  • ·Once the models have been transferred into the AM function, you will act as the main point of contact for all modelling / valuation queries within the lifecycle of an investment
  • ·The position will provide support to the AM & Investment teams to ensure acquisition models are transformed into valuation models, support the valuation framework and oversee and coordinate the model attestation / model audit process with Op risk
  • ·To help embed modelling knowledge and valuation best practice within the Private Markets Group
  • ·Assist with coordinating PMG's input to USS / USSIM valuation exercises
  • Influence PMG activity through formal committees and working groups as well as regular discussions

Experience

  • Experience within a Financial Services' consultancy / transaction services' organisation
  • Exposure to a wide range of Investment strategies & Asset classes within asset management
  • Exposure to Private Market Credit, Private Equity or Infrastructure models / valuation highly desirable
  • Familiarity with industry-standard valuation practices, and knowledge of key financial terms
  • Excellent financial/valuation modelling capabilities
  • Highly numerate (Accountancy qualification is considered advantageous but not a necessity)
    Great attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a team player
  • Self-starter with 'can do' attitude, highly organised and ability to prioritise