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Job Location | London |
Education | Not Mentioned |
Salary | Competitive salary |
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Job Type | Permanent , full-time |
We are working with a leading global asset managerthat is looking to hire an Investment Director (Lead Product Specialist/Investment Specialist) to represent some of their Credit Funds, with a particular focus on Insurance and Pension clients.This is a senior role within a growing, highly regarded business unit and the Investment Director would act as a conduit between the portfolio management and sales functions to promote the firm’s investment capabilities across client channels. This particularrole, is an expansionary hire, as the team (and fund ranges) have had strong performance.The role presents an excellent opportunity to be the face of the franchise and the opportunity to build out the messaging/delivery around the firm’s capabilities in this space, which is why the ideal candidate will have a strong entrepreneurial mindset andwill thrive in an environment where there is a high degree of autonomy. There would also be dedicated support for this role from a junior team member, as well as an excellent team and firm culture.Strong previous experience working with insurance and pension clients is essential, ideally in an Investment Specialist or Investment Director capacity. An understanding of or prior experience ofcredit strategies (Liquidity/Short-Duration/IG/Buy & Maintain)isconsidered a plus, however not required.Our client would consider strong candidates who are working in a similar capability at another asset manager, as well as any strong candidates from a leading consultancy that have a good understanding of the insurance and pension landscape. We would alsoconsider strong sell-side candidates or even PMs looking to move into non-investment roles, provided they fit the above criteria.The roleThe role encompasses three key functions:Portfolio Manager Proxy: The candidate will work closely with the portfolio management team, gaining an in-depth understanding of the product and process enabling them to present to clients as a product expert.Ownership of Investment Message: The candidate will be expected to continually improve and refine the investment messagingwithin their product range ensuring clarity and consistency of message across the product suite.Proposition Development: The candidate should have a strong understanding of the client base and market trends enabling them to steer proposition development.Requirements