Senior Operational Due Diligence Analyst (12 Month Fixed Term Contract) at AXA Investment Managers - Select

Senior Operational Due Diligence Analyst (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)
22 Bishopsgate, London – Hybrid

At AXA IM our purpose, to act for human progress by investing for what matters, is central to every action we take as a business. As a responsible asset manager, we actively invest for the long-term to help our clients, our people and the world to prosper.

As a future Senior Operational Due Diligence Analyst, you will report to AXA IM Select Head of Operational Due Diligence / Investment COO, and you will be part of AXA IM Select.
 
DISCOVER your opportunity  
Under the direction of the Head of ODD within AXA IM Select (“Select”) the Senior Operational Due Diligence Analyst is responsible for leading, reporting and presenting on Operational Due Diligence of the Delegated Managers and Fund/Mandates that Select include as investments or recommend to advisory clients. The Senior Operational Due Diligence Analyst is specifically responsible for supporting appropriate good practice of due diligence performed on managers and funds, performing due diligence visits to third party fund managers that Select has appointed under an IMA, for producing an 18 months report on each of these managers, conducting annual testing of a wide range of dimensions (including but not limited to regulatory requirements) as well conducting quarterly best execution reviews of Select segregated portfolios.

Your role and responsibilities will include: 
•    Lead in the running and performance of the AXA IM Select Manager, Fund and ESG Operational Due Diligence Program. 
•    Prepare operational due diligence reports and present any findings from reviews to the Global ODD Committee and Investment team.  
•    Work with our Head of ODD to liaise and collaborate with the investment team with regards to the schedule of reviews
•    Keep abreast of regulatory changes and oversee media screening tool for the identification of Managers potential issues
•    Ensure that adequate action is taken to resolve escalated risk and issues in respect of manager, fund and ESG due diligence, in a timely manner and ensure reasonable steps are taken to prevent recurrence through accessing experts, as appropriate, and applying a commercial and business perspective to the recommended responses.
•    Work closely with Front Office, Investment Risk and Performance, Compliance and Product professionals in Select and other members of the risk team across the Select Hub.
•    Assist in key projects in order to improve and build out current processes. 
•    Support other Departments as required. 

SHARE your unique expertise 
We welcome different combinations of skills & experiences. 

Your qualifications and experience:
•    Experience of the Investment Management industry and associated products, leading to an in-depth understanding of the business model and associated risks.
•    Previous experience in a Multi Manager or Fund of Funds.
•    Knowledge of UCITS and MIFID regulatory requirements and their practical application.
•    Knowledge and experience of ODD due diligence work as well as ESG due diligence 
•    Knowledge and experience of due diligence work.
•    Currently or previous experience in performing due diligence work, with a fund of hedge funds, non-hedge fund operational due diligence, audit or compliance monitoring background.

Your knowledge and skills:
•    Excellent influencing, facilitation, negotiating and communication skills (written, oral and presentational skills)
•    The ability to challenge all levels of staff and management.
•    Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and understand complex issues and advise on solutions across business areas with the application of critical judgement.
•    Due diligence/Compliance monitoring/Audit/controls testing experience
•    Ability to work on own initiative and to deadlines.
•    Self drive, proactive and highly motivated.
•    Computer literate, with good knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
•    Language skills (French) a bonus but not requirement.

We would love to know more about you. Let’s connect! Send us your resume.  

As of July 1, 2025, AXA Investment Managers has officially joined the BNP Paribas group through BNP Paribas Cardif. This marks the opening of new horizons as we integrate into a leading European banking and financial-services group. We are creating a leading European asset manager with €1.5 trillion in assets under management, positioning us among the top players in long-term savings and investment management.

•    This new scale gives us a stronger voice in the industry, especially around sustainability leadership, where both AXA IM and BNPP AM rank in the global top 5 (Share Action).
•    By uniting two established firms, we offer employees the opportunity to be part of a purpose-led organisation with a long-term strategic outlook and strong group backing.

The integration creates expanded career paths and opportunities across various entities, asset classes, and regions.
Opportunities for our people:
•    A unified vision for a leading European asset manager with €1.5 trillion in assets, fostering a culture of fairness and inclusion.
Solutions for our clients:
•    A global platform delivering tailored investment solutions with a client-focused approach.
Innovation:
•    Utilizing emerging technologies to enhance efficiency and foster creativity.
Pathways to sustainability:
•    Embedding sustainability in operations with a commitment to responsible investment.
Cultural integration:
•    Merging two client-centric cultures focused on performance, collaboration, and diversity.