Dear Hiring Team at Intesa Sanpaolo,

I am writing to express my interest in the ISPIRE Risk Analyst position within your esteemed organization. With a recently completed MSc in Finance from Dublin City University (DCU) and a solid foundation in risk management, financial analysis, and quantitative methods, I am eager to contribute effectively to your risk management team.

Throughout my academic journey, I have developed strong analytical and numerical skills, and I have gained a thorough understanding of financial instruments and markets. My coursework included modules such as Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Finance, and Financial Markets and Derivatives, which have equipped me with the necessary knowledge to monitor, analyze, and report on various risk exposures, such as liquidity risk, market risk, and FX risk.

While I am currently enhancing my programming skills through courses, I have worked with R for my academic assignments. Additionally, my proficiency in MS Excel, including the use of macros, and other MS applications such as Word and PowerPoint, allows me to perform data analysis and present findings effectively.

Key responsibilities in this role, such as maintaining and developing risk management systems and models, monitoring bond portfolio compliance, performing daily derivatives valuations, and conducting operational risk activities, align well with my academic and practical experiences. During my internship as a Virtual Customer Support Executive at Amazon India, I demonstrated strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

I am particularly enthusiastic about the opportunity to work within a team of professionals and contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management processes at Intesa Sanpaolo. Your commitment to supporting customers and promoting growth in various markets resonates with my career aspirations, and I am keen to be part of such a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my academic background, risk management knowledge, and enthusiasm for quantitative analysis can contribute to the success of your team.

For the Cover Letters
The rule that I always suggest for cover letters is Reason - Research - Relevance. All cover letters should be a little bit different and not just in the first and last paragraphs. The cover letter is a motivational letter about you in the context of why the company should hire you. Start by identifying the top 5 reasons you want to work in that company in a specific role. Choose 3 of them that you can relate your specific experiences to and just write about those in the cover letter.

For example:
Reason - you really like that northern trust describes itself as innovative
Research - reference that you know the job is about process improvements (requiring you to be innovative)
Relevance - in your experience in XXX you loved when you got to investigate an issue, research solutions and present back a process improvement that would change XXX

Do that for 3 paragraphs and you have a much more persuasive letter as to why the company should interview you. IT also will help you prepare for interview.
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Portfolio Analyst- Bruin

Our client is a Global Investment Management firm headquartered in America. Due to continued growth and success, they are recruiting an Investment Analyst to maintain and assist in daily investment operations.
Working in a rapidly developing environment with an exposure to various investment strategies and investment data, the Investment Analyst will take responsibility for the following:
•	Conduct daily reconciliations and ensure accurate input of data into the company’s investment database
•	Assist in analyzing data trends and identifying movements in portfolio balances
•	Review and validate daily transactions, positions, and valuation data
•	Monitor data flows into the database, identifying any discrepancies
•	Engage with internal teams to share updates on daily processes
•	Build foundational knowledge in investment operations including collateral, corporate actions, securities lending, trade management & ETF Operations
•	Key role in maintaining the company’s Investment Book of Records
 
The Investment Analyst will meet the following criteria:
•	1 year of experience in asset management or financial operations
•	Recent graduate with bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting or a related field
•	Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and basic financial software; prior exposure to investment systems or asset management tools is an advantage
•	High accuracy in data input and reconciliation
•	Basic analytical skills to monitor data trends and identify potential discrepancies
•	Effective verbal and written communication skills
•	Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and support cross-functional partners
•	Effective communication abilities, and a collaborative mindset
 
This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate ready to develop in the investment management field looking for a new role with a renowned investment manager.
The company offers clear career progression, an innovative company culture and a competitive benefits package.
 
If you believe your experience meets the criteria, please apply with your CV.