Alternatives Investment Analyst

Fund Sourcing & Due Diligence Identify and source new fund investment opportunities across hedge fund, private debt, and alternative strategies. Conduct in-depth qualitative and quantitative due diligence on fund managers, evaluating track records, team stability, operational infrastructure, and strategy alignment. Participate in on-site due diligence meetings and manager calls (travel may be required).

Portfolio Construction & Monitoring Assist Portfolio Managers in building and rebalancing diversified fund-of-funds portfolios aligned with client mandates. Monitor existing fund positions through performance attribution, risk analysis, and peer group comparison. Prepare portfolio reporting and contribute to quarterly client reviews.

Research & Analytics Produce investment research notes and strategy outlook pieces for internal and client use. Maintain and enhance internal databases and analytics tools—programming skills (Python, VBA, or similar) are a strong plus. Analyze market trends, strategy performance drivers, and industry dynamics to inform allocation decisions.

Education

Master’s degree (or final year) in Finance, Financial Engineering, Business, or a quantitative discipline. Experience: A prior internship in market finance, asset management, or investment research is preferred. Skills: Strong analytical rigor, intellectual curiosity, and clear communication skills. Quantitative aptitude and programming experience (Python, VBA, SQL) are highly valued.

Languages: Fluent English (written and spoken) is required. Proficiency in French is a plus. Requirement: A valid internship agreement (convention de stage) is mandatory. HOW TO APPLY: Send your CV and cover letter to: fatiha.meghraoui@la-francaise.com