Brown Advisory
Alternative Asset Analyst
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Alternative Asset Analyst
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Brown Advisory
Company Overview Every firm has a culture – the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization’s DNA. Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering first‑class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service. The firm’s clients—including individuals, families, family offices, endowments, foundations, charities, institutions, consultants and financial intermediaries—are served by over 950 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm.
Brown Advisory’s culture is client‑first. Over the years we have purposefully built and nurtured that culture.
Position Summary The Alternative Asset Team supports all operational and reporting aspects of alternative assets at Brown Advisory, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of reporting, transactions and valuations related to private equity, hedge fund and direct investment deals. The Alternative Asset Analyst is responsible for the full investment lifecycle of these securities. Daily tasks include generating monthly, quarterly and ad‑hoc reports for our client and institutional relationships, researching and resolving valuation audit and tolerance breaks, responding to and resolving ad‑hoc requests and ticket queues for alternative assets and contributing to business process efficiency initiatives.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
Independently review, research, assess and update valuations for alternative assets
Produce custom business‑segment and/or firm analytics for managerial reporting on a regular or ad‑hoc basis
Partner with investment teams to create new alternative assets, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
Validate alternative asset statements provided by fund companies to ensure accuracy
Engage custodians, funds, internal portfolio management, client service and operational teams to resolve valuation issues, breaks, delays and other related matters
Escalate fair‑value pricing matters where valuations might be incorrect, applying judgement to determine resolution against pricing policies and guidelines; present factual support and documentation in order to resolve pricing discrepancies with necessary stakeholders
Manage queue of ticket requests within internal task management system and work with team members to align task flow and independently resolve tickets as needed
Leverage financial and market knowledge to evaluate various pricing data points to determine appropriate action, execute updates to systems and provide data to support the recommended course of action
Partner with client teams when onboarding large relationships with complex alternative asset holdings and recommend proper courses of action
Manage the internal and external transfer of these investments, as well as execution of subscription and redemption activities
Proactively identify and elevate control gaps and propose and institute best practices and tools to be more efficient and effective
Lead and contribute to firm‑wide and departmental value‑add projects and present project findings to leadership and other stakeholders as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; finance, accounting or economics concentration preferred
1–3 years of experience required
Solid proficiency and understanding of private equity and hedge fund securities, real assets and general market mechanics
Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, specifically macros and v‑lookup functionality
Demonstrated analytical, evaluative and critical‑thinking skills
Strong level of attention to detail, proven ability to work under pressure with multiple priorities and sense of urgency required
Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a very fast‑paced, team environment
Strong decision making, organization and communication skills, both written and verbal
A client‑first mentality, demonstrated flexibility and strong communication skills
Strong time‑management, problem‑resolution and research skills
Experience with eFront, Advent, Axys/APX or similar accounting product experience preferred
Ability to meet tight deadlines in a quick and efficient manner and elevate expeditiously as necessary
Ability to work in our Baltimore office five days a week
Compensation MD Salary: $60–$72k. Commensurate with experience and location. Does not include bonus or long‑term incentive eligibility (if applicable).
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness program participation incentive
Financial wellness program
Fitness event fee reimbursement
Gym membership discounts
Colleague Assistance Program
Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)
Adoption Benefits
Daycare late pick‑up fee reimbursement
Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short Term Disability
Paid parental leave
Group Long Term Disability
Pet Insurance
401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4‑year vesting)
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer‑sponsored work authorization (e.g., H‑1B, O‑1, F‑1 (OPT), TN or any other non‑immigrant visa classifications that require employer support or sponsorship).
Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Alternative Asset Analyst
role at
Brown Advisory
Company Overview Every firm has a culture – the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization’s DNA. Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering first‑class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service. The firm’s clients—including individuals, families, family offices, endowments, foundations, charities, institutions, consultants and financial intermediaries—are served by over 950 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm.
Brown Advisory’s culture is client‑first. Over the years we have purposefully built and nurtured that culture.
Position Summary The Alternative Asset Team supports all operational and reporting aspects of alternative assets at Brown Advisory, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of reporting, transactions and valuations related to private equity, hedge fund and direct investment deals. The Alternative Asset Analyst is responsible for the full investment lifecycle of these securities. Daily tasks include generating monthly, quarterly and ad‑hoc reports for our client and institutional relationships, researching and resolving valuation audit and tolerance breaks, responding to and resolving ad‑hoc requests and ticket queues for alternative assets and contributing to business process efficiency initiatives.
Essential Functions / Responsibilities
Independently review, research, assess and update valuations for alternative assets
Produce custom business‑segment and/or firm analytics for managerial reporting on a regular or ad‑hoc basis
Partner with investment teams to create new alternative assets, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
Validate alternative asset statements provided by fund companies to ensure accuracy
Engage custodians, funds, internal portfolio management, client service and operational teams to resolve valuation issues, breaks, delays and other related matters
Escalate fair‑value pricing matters where valuations might be incorrect, applying judgement to determine resolution against pricing policies and guidelines; present factual support and documentation in order to resolve pricing discrepancies with necessary stakeholders
Manage queue of ticket requests within internal task management system and work with team members to align task flow and independently resolve tickets as needed
Leverage financial and market knowledge to evaluate various pricing data points to determine appropriate action, execute updates to systems and provide data to support the recommended course of action
Partner with client teams when onboarding large relationships with complex alternative asset holdings and recommend proper courses of action
Manage the internal and external transfer of these investments, as well as execution of subscription and redemption activities
Proactively identify and elevate control gaps and propose and institute best practices and tools to be more efficient and effective
Lead and contribute to firm‑wide and departmental value‑add projects and present project findings to leadership and other stakeholders as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; finance, accounting or economics concentration preferred
1–3 years of experience required
Solid proficiency and understanding of private equity and hedge fund securities, real assets and general market mechanics
Demonstrated experience with and knowledge of Microsoft Excel, specifically macros and v‑lookup functionality
Demonstrated analytical, evaluative and critical‑thinking skills
Strong level of attention to detail, proven ability to work under pressure with multiple priorities and sense of urgency required
Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a very fast‑paced, team environment
Strong decision making, organization and communication skills, both written and verbal
A client‑first mentality, demonstrated flexibility and strong communication skills
Strong time‑management, problem‑resolution and research skills
Experience with eFront, Advent, Axys/APX or similar accounting product experience preferred
Ability to meet tight deadlines in a quick and efficient manner and elevate expeditiously as necessary
Ability to work in our Baltimore office five days a week
Compensation MD Salary: $60–$72k. Commensurate with experience and location. Does not include bonus or long‑term incentive eligibility (if applicable).
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness program participation incentive
Financial wellness program
Fitness event fee reimbursement
Gym membership discounts
Colleague Assistance Program
Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)
Adoption Benefits
Daycare late pick‑up fee reimbursement
Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short Term Disability
Paid parental leave
Group Long Term Disability
Pet Insurance
401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4‑year vesting)
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer‑sponsored work authorization (e.g., H‑1B, O‑1, F‑1 (OPT), TN or any other non‑immigrant visa classifications that require employer support or sponsorship).
Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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