Analyst, Diligence & Reporting at Oaktree

Our company

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with over $200 billion in assets under management. The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets and listed equities.  The firm has over 1400 employees and offices in 24 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought. Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

For additional information please visit our website at www.oaktreecapital.com.

Scope and responsibilities

The Diligence & Reporting team is responsible for managing the coordination and submission of Request for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs) for Oaktree clients and prospects globally. The Firm Analytics Analyst will support current and prospective clients/consultants in responding to their quantitative ad-hoc and recurring requests related to diligence and ongoing monitoring efforts. Additionally, this role will serve as a firm resource for analysis related to Oaktree’s assets under management and clients.

Select responsibilities include:

• Performing ad-hoc and recurring reporting and analysis related to AUM and client data;

• Support diligence and client inquiries, as part of RFPs or ad-hoc requests;

• Maintaining accounts gained and lost data; performing reporting and analysis related to firm and strategy account changes;

• Updating and performing quality control on third-party and consultant website databases;

• Interacting with functional areas across the organization, including but not limited to capital formation, client services, accounting, compliance, and legal to complete projects and requests

• Identifying and executing opportunities to build efficiencies through process and technological improvements;

• Executing various other quantitative tasks and projects as required.

Experience required

• 4+ years of experience within a finance or accounting role, preferably within the investment management industry

• Familiarity with credit, real estate, private equity and listed equity asset classes

• Solid analytical skills and ability to resolve and reconcile complex data issues

• Experience responding to RFP and client-related inquiries involving firm, strategy-, and fund-level quantitative information

• Strong quantitative skills supported by an ability to apply a clear understanding of underlying finance and investment concepts

• Proven ability to prioritize high volumes of work while maintaining the highest quality standards

• Ability to interpret data and craft thoughtful analysis for a wide range of audiences

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Knowledge of Salesforce a plus

Personal attributes

• Be a highly motivated self-starter, with outstanding initiative and a strong work ethic

• Excel in a demanding, fast-paced environment

• Be team oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)

• Possess exceptional attention to detail and superior organizational skills

• Adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines effectively

• Have ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment; must be able to drive work effectively with, at times, limited supervision

• Exhibit intellectual curiosity, integrity, professionalism and dedication to excellence

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.

For positions based in Los Angeles

For those applying for a position in the city of Los Angeles, the firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.