Location Leiden
Job-type Permanent
Salary Competitive
Reference ACRE-12986
Category EUR

Do you want to be part of a purpose-driven organization committed to making both financial return and positive societal impact?

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The IMAS Foundation is a long-term asset owner with a mission to generate sustainable returns to fund charitable and social initiatives. Their team is dedicated to managing investments responsibly, with a focus on ethical practices, sustainability, and impactful results. They provide patient money for the long haul, making impact without compromising on return.

They are seeking a motivated Portfolio Analyst to join their investment team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting Portfolio Managers in managing a diversified portfolio of assets, contributing to the Foundation's objectives of long-term value creation and positive societal impact.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor portfolio and performance of underlying investment funds.

  • Establish and track key milestones for investments, ensuring alignment with expected performance metrics and strategic goals.

  • Identify risks and opportunities by tracking market trends, macroeconomic conditions, and investment performance.

  • Provide market mapping of the relevant private markets and the fund managers active in those spaces.

  • Conduct risk assessments to ensure the portfolio adheres to the Foundation's tolerance levels and sustainability criteria.

  • Assist Portfolio Managers with scenario analysis, stress testing, and portfolio optimisation.

  • Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and dashboards to support investment decision-making and communicate portfolio updates

  • Partner with other departments, including legal and risk management, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

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To succeed in this role, you will bring:

  • A master's degree in Finance, Economics, or Engineering. A CFA designation is a plus.

  • 5+ years of relevant experience in portfolio analysis, fund selection, investment, or asset management.

  • Revant experience in private equity, private debt or infrastructure investment.

  • High proficiency in Excel, with the ability to create and manage complex financial models.

  • Familiarity with financial tools such as Bloomberg, FactSet, or similar platforms.

  • Experience with sustainability and climate data consolidation/risk & opportunity assessment.

  • Knowledge of ESG and impact measurement frameworks (e.g., MSCI ESG Ratings, GRI Standards).

  • Experience with portfolio management systems and/or analytical tools is advantageous.

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To find a professional home at the IMAS Foundation, you should possess the following qualities:

  • A passion for responsible investing and portfolio management.

  • Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments such as legal and risk management.

  • A highly analytical mindset with keen attention to detail, enabling you to monitor investments and establish clear performance milestones.

  • The ability to work independently, take initiative, and drive projects to successful completion with minimal supervision.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.

  • A willingness to thrive in a small, entrepreneurial environment.

  • A collaborative, team-oriented approach, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively.

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Acre is supporting our the IMAs Foundation in the hiring process for this position. If you're interested, please apply online, or for any questions regarding the role, please contact Declan Murphy (declan.murphy@acre.com).