(Senior) Director - Alternative Investment Funds

We are looking for you - with a keen perception, enthusiasm for the fund market and the topic of private markets to join our team in Europe. This is a unique opportunity to join a friendly, openminded and culturally diverse team with a flat hierarchy in an international company with a proven track record of more than 20 years.

To expand our team for alternative investments, we are looking for a highly motivated Analyst with strong analytical skills and the knowledge of private markets. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of new products and support the maintenance of our current product portfolio. This role requires a blend of quantitative and qualitative analysis, exceptional communication skills, and a proactive approach to staying current with market and regulatory developments.

You will be responsible for monitoring your own portfolio of ratings, as well as assigning new ratings as Scope’s coverage grows. You will be the subject matter expert on your coverage, representing the team and Scope vis‑à‑vis issuers, investors, regulators, and the media and regularly produce research to strengthen Scope’s brand recognition. This is a challenging and rewarding position with significant responsibilities, reporting directly to the Head of Alternative Investments.

Duties & responsibilities

• Represents the Head of Alternative Investments in case of absence
• Acts as lead analyst with a primary focus on the private markets segments private equity and private debt
• Acts as communication point-of-contact between Scope Analysis and customers
• Enhances Scope’s analytical capabilities and methodologies
• Analyses qualitative and quantitative fund aspects such as structural risks, operational risks, legal and regulatory aspects
• Monitors existing ratings and if necessary recommends reviews and changes on a timely basis
• Creates and monitors peer groups
• Is able to conduct discussions with clients, investors and asset managers, as well as giving presentations, explanations and briefings at a highly professional level
• Is able and ready to travel and to show flexibility in accepting tasks and duties and carrying them out as directed
• Works closely with other Alternative Investments team members, staff and management in Scope Analysis and coordinates the workload of junior analysts
• Produces high-quality, insightful and forward‑looking research and analytical comments on a timely basis
• Informs colleagues in new topics and passes on knowledge within the team
• Provides guidance to other team members to produce high quality research and analyses
• At least 5 years of experience in the private markets industry, that reflects analytical and quantitative skills with a solid understanding of private equity and private debt
• Master's degree in finance, banking, economics, statistics, mathematics or equivalent qualification
• Extensive knowledge of private markets asset classes, with a focus on private equity and private debt
• Willingness to take responsibility with an entrepreneurial attitude
• Independent thinker with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Multi‑cultural, collaborative, self‑starter, versatile, inquisitive and detail‑oriented personality
• Experiences in research writing with strong written and oral communication skills
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and motivate others to do the same
• Excellent proficiency in French and English

Compensation Range:

The compensation range disclosed may encompass multiple title levels (Scope internal levels of seniority). Your actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to your individual experience, education, and seniority, and the final salary will be determined during the interview and evaluation process.

• (Senior) Director - Alternative Investment Funds: 90.000 - 134.400 EUR
• Bonus: Discretionary
• Benefits: Scope offers an extensive range of benefits, please check our benefits page for more details.

About Scope

Scope Fund Analysis GmbH is part of the Scope Group with headquarters in Berlin and offices in Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Milan, Oslo and Paris. With more than 20 years of experience, Scope Analysis is the leading European provider of research and ratings on investment funds and asset managers. The team of experienced analysts provide more than 10,000 investment ratings across all major asset classes. In addition to ratings and research, the analysts work closely with fund selectors and institutional investors to support their investment decision-making. Our ratings and research are available on ScopeExplorer and are distributed to more than 12,000 subscribers. More on

At Scope Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and fairness. We embrace people from all backgrounds, regardless of culture, ethnicity and gender. We ensure that our application processes are free from discrimination. By valuing each individual's unique background and perspectives, we strive to create an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute their best. Our dedication to equality and inclusivity reflects our belief that diversity drives innovation and success