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Group: Job Openings, Job Leads and Job Connections! Subject: Risk/Return Analyst - Chicago, IL Matthew Weller posted a job: Risk/Return Analyst - Chicago, IL "Summary/Responsibilities: Independently prepare/maintain databases of performance rates of return/composite rates of return/performance attribution/contribution analyses/risk analyses/risk reports Prepare/reconcile comparative analyses of return/benchmark/client guideline/operational information Responsible for accuracy of the information in risk/performance databases, analyses and reports Review/report on performance returns/analyses generated by investment accounting/internal systems Complete composite performance calculations, and prepare/review other financial reports within set deadlines Present complex information to performance committee/other constituents in both written/verbal form Participate in ongoing risk management review process Assist with reviews required of the Risk Management function Prepare written reports of completed reviews; assess whether noted risks/deficiencies have been corrected Develop/apply methods for measuring/managing risk information relating to investments/portfolios/strategies/processes Independently prepare/maintain computer based composite returns for all investment products including providing principal interface with external performance auditing firm Maintain large current/historical databases of composite returns for portfolios and their benchmarks for clients/constituents Establish/maintain all portfolio performance/composite performance/performance attribution/performance contribution/risk analyses/risk report records Present complex information to performance committee in written/verbal form Serve as performance-related subject matter expert in terms of portfolios/strategies for fund products/institutional investment processes Provide information and training to internal staff on GIPS and changes in industry performance requirements/standards Prepare/organize data for external dissemination/reporting Review/analyze performance returns/attribution reports to identify risks/trends Review with Compliance staff the performance-related disclosures that accompany marketing/advertising materials Review with Marketing/Client Service staff the information to be used for product profiles/client presentations/RFPs/questionnaires within deadlines; assist with responses to complex RFPs Assist in the preparation/production of special materials (charts/reports/etc.) for clients/constituents, as directed by the Chief Risk Officer Requirements: Minimum of five years finance industry experience required Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred CFA and/or FRM designation strongly preferred CPA and/or CIPM designation preferred Strong knowledge of the investment profession/concepts/tools/terminology Must possess strong analytical aptitude along with strong attention to detail/excellent communication skills/ability to work independently Apply at: http://www.brokeragejobs.com/jobdetails:194066"

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