Manager, Global Performance Measurement

Fiera Capital•Montreal, QC

8d•CA$130,000 - CA$145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Global Performance team is one of the four pillars within Fiera Capital’s Global Operations, alongside Portfolio Administration, Fund Administration and Data Management. While predominantly focused on the Public Markets business segment in Canada, the U.S. and the UK, Global Operations administer a broad and often complex range of investment strategies, fund structures and asset classes in support of the Institutional, Financial Intermediary and Private Wealth distribution channels. Private (Alternative Investment) Markets is also supported but mainly through the use of feeder funds (fund of funds). Global Operations teams work in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment whereby attention to detail, operational risk, and client focus are must-have traits. The Global Performance team plays a critical role in supporting the investment and client reporting process through the calculation and validation of Fiera’s investment performance results at the strategy, composite, mandate and client levels in adherence to the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS®). The team works closely with multiple key internal stakeholders, including our Public and Private Markets’ portfolio management teams and CIO offices, the various distribution and client facing teams, Investment Risk, Operations, Legal & Compliance, and Finance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, statistics, business, or a related field
Typically has 7+ years of performance and investment analytics experience in an asset management setting, with 3+ years of management experience
Knowledge of all asset classes and market performance and attribution methodologies and best practices
Working knowledge of GIPS® and regulatory requirements in the investment industry
Experience leading cross-functional projects and initiatives
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to all levels of stakeholders
Ability to work collaboratively in a global, cross-functional environment
Adaptable to a dynamic and fast-paced environment
High level of integrity and professionalism
French language proficiency is required for candidates based in Montreal.

Nice To Haves

advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CAIA, FRM, CIPM) preferred
Knowledge of Eagle PACE, FactSet, APX, Archer, Bloomberg PORT+, B-One, and Morningstar are considered strong assets
For all positions in Quebec (Montreal and Laval), proficiency in French, both spoken and written, is mandatory. Working English proficiency is also required in order to serve our offices and clients around the world.

Responsibilities

Manages a team of performance analysts responsible for calculating and reporting investment performance results across various asset classes
Build a high performing team capable of delivering quality results in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment
Develop and coach team members, set goals, manage progress and motivate them to maintain a continuous improvement mindset
Empower team members to participate in and lead high profile projects that will promote growth and effectiveness
Lead by example and keep employee’s workload manageable and challenging
Advocate on behalf of the team in any arena where they need a voice
Comprehensive service delivery for Fiera Capital’s public markets and private markets feeder funds’ investment performance reporting including attribution services
Lead the implementation and maintenance of all performance measurement systems
Manages annual GIPS® Firm verification and examination by external auditors
Help with ongoing interpretation of the GIPS® standards by drawing on practical experience, industry guidance, and external auditor expertise
Works closely with the investment teams and other operations teams for all matters concerning performance measurement and analytics reporting
Stays current on industry and regulatory trends and the evolving needs of our clients and partners
Demonstrate an understanding of the asset management industry and other department functions, collaborating with other departments to bring solutions to fruition
Maintains strong relationships with distribution, investment and operations teams to ensure client satisfaction and trust
Responds to client due diligence questionnaires and prospect RFPs