Junior Portfolio Manager/Trader

Description

Our client is a large asset owner who is looking to hire a Portfolio Manager to join their investment team. The successful candidate will join a portfolio management team that is responsible for managing a range of cross-asset portfolios with a focus on fixed income and rates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute trades across multiple products including FX, inflation, OTC derivatives, futures and linear and non-linear derivatives
• Manage and monitor portfolios in line with client and regulatory requirements
• Manage and understand risk limits
• Prepare reporting packs and presentations
• Assist in the production of market research and market strategy
• Conduct quantitative analysis to support idea generation

Candidate Requirements:

• 1-4 years of relevant experience on the buy-side or sell-side in a structuring, trading, sales or PM role
• Strong understanding of derivatives is essential
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills
• Post-graduate degree in a quantitative discipline
• Coding skills in Python
• Strong attention to detail and emphasis on accuracy
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise work according to urgency and importance

Mason Blake acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Mason Blake is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age.