Performance Analyst

At Harris, the true value of what makes us successful is found in our people. It is our unique mix of cultures, experiences, beliefs and backgrounds that sets Harris apart from the rest.  We constantly strive to cultivate, nurture and amplify an unparalleled environment, where we value intellectual curiosity and uniqueness of thought.  Inclusion is embedded in the very fabric of our culture of collaboration and openness.

We understand that a job description only tells one part of a broader story, and Harris is seeking dynamic candidates who can add to our best-in-class environment. We recognize that qualifications can be gained through both traditional and non-traditional paths, and we are committed to considering candidates who possess the potential to be excellent in this role regardless of prior experiences.  

Therefore we encourage ALL interested individuals to submit their applications, even if they do not meet every requirement outlined in the job description. 

The Position

The Performance Analytics team is responsible for calculating, analyzing, and reporting performance returns and risk statistics for client portfolios, strategy composites, and benchmarks. The team serves as an analytical resource for marketing, portfolio management, and other key stakeholders.

The Performance Analyst is responsible for assisting in the monthly reporting cycle and regularly rotates with other members of the team for exposure to those tasks. The analyst will own tasks related to reporting analytics to the firm and will be crucial in ensuring the accuracy and consistency of it.   They will also work closely with other team members to gain exposure to different teams and projects at the firm.  This individual will need to excel in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment and be proactive in establishing productive relationships with key stakeholders throughout the process.

Responsibilities

• Calculate, analyze, and report portfolio, security, and benchmark performance
• Prepare and explain attribution analysis
• Prepare and organize risk and return data for client reports and prospective client presentations
• Ensure proper Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) procedures are followed; work with senior members of the team to complete the annual verification as required
• Respond to ad hoc requests from Portfolio Managers, the Distribution department and other key stakeholders
• Participate in webinar analysis preparation and project work as directed, working with other teams at the firm as required
• Proactively identify issues, problems, or opportunities for process improvements; propose and help implement solutions
• Conduct checks of other team members’ work to ensure it is error-free
• Ensure strong operational controls are applied and implemented

Qualifications

Required

• Strong analytical, logical, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Understanding of the conventions of performance analysis and risk measurement
• Strong data management skills, with an emphasis on Excel
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on a set list of tasks, and demonstrate strong time management skills
• Ability to produce accurate work in a timely fashion
• Bachelor’s degree plus 2-4 years of work experience as a performance analyst, or other role that provided experience with the formulas, calculations, and mathematics of performance and risk measurement

Preferred

• Accounting and/or Finance background and experience
• Experience with any of the following applications: Eagle, FactSet, CAPS, Bloomberg or other performance management or analytics system
• Work experience that has provided the candidate with exposure to other middle office functions including investment accounting, security set up, pricing, and client reporting
• Working knowledge of using SQL queries
• Working knowledge of macros and VBA
• Understanding of Global Investment Performance Standards