VP, Client Solutions & Analytics, Product Strategist

Job Description

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income. With our launch in 1971 in Newport Beach, California, PIMCO introduced investors to a total return approach to fixed income investing. In the 50+ years since, we have worked relentlessly to help millionsof investors pursue their objectives - regardless of shifting marketing conditions. As active investors, our goal is not just to find opportunities, but to create them. To this end, we remain firmly committed to the pursuit of our mission: delivering superiorinvestment returns, solutions, and service to our clients. Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence.We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients. We are seeking a Product Strategist to join our Client Solutions & Analytics team in London. Our team brings to bear PIMCOs intellectual capital, resources and proprietary infrastructure to help our clients make better investment decisions. Team Overview:Started in 2009 as one of the industrys inaugural "Solutions" teams, we partner with a diverse range of clients across all geographies and channels. We strive to generate practical investment insights for clients in a range of ways, including performing customisedanalyses, publishing research and building tailored strategies across asset classes in both public and private markets. The teams 100+ members span multiple global offices and specialties whilst working closely with a number of PIMCO teams, including AccountManagers, Portfolio Managers and Product Specialists. ResponsibilitiesYou will partner with the Account Management team to engage with clients, understand their investment objectives and design solutions to meet their individual objectives. The role requires a solid understanding of all major asset classes and how they interactin a portfolio. The key mandates can be summarised as follows:

• Leverage PIMCOs investment management capabilities to advise clients: Deploy PIMCOs technology, views and intellectual capital to help clients (CIOs, CEOs, Boards) with the macro issues of investment management, such as asset allocation and risk management
• Deliver and present customised analyses and actionable fixed income, multi-asset and hedging solutions to clients and prospects, across public and private markets
• Become a trusted investment advisor to help PIMCO win mandates across products and asset classes
• Generate thought leadership: Build models and generate intellectual capital for PIMCOs Solutions activities

Position Requirements

• 5+ years of meaningful work experience, preferably in a buy-side or sell-side institution
• MBA or Masters degree required. Specialisation in finance, economics or engineering preferred
• Very robust quantitative and analytical skills, modelling and advanced excel skills are required. Proficiency in one of the following is a plus: Python, Matlab, SQL
• Excellent interpersonal skills and business insight, ability to articulate ideas/strategies clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Language skills: fluent English and ideally in another European language (German preferred)
• Passion for financial markets, macroeconomics and investment management
• Proven general investment knowledge across an array of asset classes, especially fixed income and alternatives
• Strong results orientation and an ability to run multiple agendas concurrently
• Proactive, well organised, high-energy self-starter who works well in a team environment
• Ability to tackle sophisticated problems efficiently to a tight-deadline in a fast-paced professional environment
• Ability to work optimally and professionally with all levels of personnel both internally and externally
• CFA designation preferred

BenefitsPIMCO is committed to offering a comprehensive portfolio of employee benefits designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Benefits vary by location but may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and travel coverage
• 401(k) (defined contribution) retirement savings, retirement plan, pension contribution from your first day of employment
• Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, parental leave and support, employee assistance plan, commuter benefits, health club discounts, and educational/CFA certification reimbursement programs
• Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office

SMCR DisclaimerBy submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the role description above and are aware that the role you are applying for is either a Senior Manager or Certified Role under SMCR. You agree to PIMCO carrying out any additional screeningrequired under the SMCR regulations for your role. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation,gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunityand affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws. Applicants with Disabilities PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system dueto a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purposewill be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.