We are currently looking to hire a talented and initiative candidate to join our Global Cash Management team. You will join our business in a dual role as a Portfolio Manager/ Trader and will be responsible for the daily management of our Active Cash/Short term bond strategies.
It is a complex role, offering an opportunity to be a part of a core business unit within a demanding environment. We are looking for applicants with an undergraduate and/or graduate degree in business, economics, or finance, CFA designation is a plus, who have at least 10 years of relevant experience in Fixed income/ Cash portfolio management. The ideal employee has excellent analytical skills; communicates ideas clearly and expertly, both verbally and in writing, able to work in an unstructured environment under tight deadlines; enjoys working in a team environment; demonstrates integrity and inspires trust and confidence in others.
Responsibilities for Portfolio Manager / Trader include, but not limited to:
1. Maintain a deep understanding of global markets especially fixed income & money markets.
2. As a dual role, manage and trade multi-billion EUR/GBP portfolios that can cover both short term Fixed Income segregated mandates/ Funds and Money Market portfolios.
3. Expert knowledge of short term securities such as; Repo, Euro commercial paper, Bonds, Bills, Certificates of deposit, Asses Backed Commercial Paper.
4. Ensure effective management of client portfolios in line with their respective investment objectives, guidelines, and restrictions.
5. Ensure that the portfolio strategy operates within compliance restrictions alongside internal and external regulations.
6. Communicate clear investment philosophy and process, maintaining high performance goals and returns.
7. Assist management with defining strategy and market opportunities, maintaining client relationships, business development and marketing.
8. Be an enthusiastic team member who can collaborate clearly at all levels.
9. Committed to investment excellence, with strong diligence and a collaborative attitude.
10. Ability to embrace multiple internal systems to facilitate both daily management of cash and bond funds.
11. Have established market relationships.
12. Able to represent State Street at market events/conferences.
13. Attend and lead client meetings.
14. Candidate will be based in London office.
Requirements
15. Bachelor in Banking/Business/Economics/Finance from a recognized university
16. At least 10 years of relevant working experience
17. Strong social and people skills
18. Able to work in a demanding environment and handle pressure.
19. Meticulous, resourceful, and critical individual
20. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Bloomberg
Across the world, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are critical to our continued success.
Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our values. It’s also part of our dedication to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us.
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