Analyst, Due Diligence
POSITION: Analyst, Due Diligence
Franklin Square is a national sponsor and distributor of alternative investment products structured for the mainstream investor. Founded in 2007 by an experienced group of alternative investment industry professionals, Franklin Square’s goal is to bring the benefits of an institutional-class investment portfolio to investors through exposure to innovative alternative investment products managed by best-in-class alternative asset managers. For more information, please visit www.franklinsquare.com.
POSITION SUMMARY
This individual will work alongside Franklin Square’s due diligence coordinator to help complete due diligence requests, such as questionnaires or requests for information (RFIs), about any of Franklin Square’s funds. These due diligence questions will come from the various broker dealers Franklin Square works with. This individual will work closely with Franklin Square’s National Accounts and Product teams to complete necessary tasks and help be the primary point of contact for all due diligence efforts. In addition, this individual will help craft appropriate messaging points for both external and internal audiences as a member of the Product Strategy and Communications team.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
· Assist National Accounts department in selling agreement efforts for new broker dealers and registered investment advisors (RIAs) by fulfilling any due diligence needs of these broker dealers or RIAs
· Help coordinate the flow of due diligence requests and assist in the completion of due diligence questionnaires on any of the Franklin Square funds
· Gather, understand and report on the legal, compliance, financial, and asset management areas of each fund and be able to articulate responses to questions from due diligence officers
· Conduct in-person and telephonic diligence meetings for broker dealer diligence officers and other broker dealer personnel
· Assist in improving the overall due diligence experience for those conducting diligence on Franklin Square
· Assist in the development of detailed presentations for due diligence meetings
· Serve as member of the Product Strategy and Communications team by helping to form the best messaging strategy for Franklin Square when communicating to due diligence personnel, financial advisors and the internal sales team
COMPETENCIES
Character - Exhibits integrity, professionalism, practical judgment, positive attitude at all times; exhibits perseverance, mental toughness and initiative in the face of problems and challenges; must be able to take direction and accept constructive criticism.
Interpersonal Confidence - Strong interpersonal skills; can effectively communicate and relate to all levels within and outside the organization; creates and builds positive and productive relationships.
Results Oriented - Drives the team and the organization for results in order to improve performance; able to make timely or planned decisions appropriate to the circumstances or situation.
Managing Processes - Ability to manage appropriate steps to get projects completed; has strong abilities to organize people and processes; can create a plan for resourceful workflow.
Team Work - Must be able to work independently and be self-directed, yet work as a member of a team; willing to put firm’s objectives ahead of individual goals;
Communication - Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills are necessary; excellent listening skills required.
Organizational Ability - Can manage people and resources to prioritize and get projects completed; has a strong ability to multi-task and keep order.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE:
· Bachelors Degree
· 1-3 years of finance related experience
· Functional understanding of Word, PowerPoint and Excel
· Experience working in the independent broker dealer space preferred
· Progress towards Chartered Financial Analyst designation preferred
· Familiarity with Qvidian or another RFI software preferred; familiarity with Salesforce preferred
· Attention to detail and strong writing skills
Franklin Square Capital Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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