Quantitative Developer - Assistant Portfolio Manager

Job Description

Join a collaborative and forward-thinking investment team as an Quantitative Developer - Assistant Portfolio Manager 


A fantastic opportunity where you'll help the Rates & Inflation team generate more alpha by streamlining portfolio management processes. You’ll be developing and maintaining robust systems for managing portfolios whilst supporting Senior Portfolio Managers and Strategists in developing macro economic viewsWhat you’ll be doing:Developing and maintaining robust systems for monitoring and trading interest rate and inflation riskSupporting portfolio implementation through active view execution and fund rebalancingMonitoring fund performance and recommending improvements to portfolio strategiesResearching and developing analytical tools to assess market trends and portfolio performanceEnhancing investment decisions through innovative risk analysis and quantitative modellingApplying coding expertise to automate complex tasks using diverse data sourcesEnsuring compliance with regulatory, risk, and ESG requirementsContributing to a culture of integrity, collaboration, and client-focused outcomesQualificationsWho we’re looking for:Demonstrating strong coding skills, particularly in PythonPossessing a deep understanding of fixed income mathematicsApplying statistical knowledge to large datasets for quantitative analysisBringing experience in financial modelling and automationExperience using Python to automate complex tasks using data from multiple sourcesUnderstanding global macroeconomic trends and their investment implicationsHaving experience in fixed income markets and instrumentsCommitted to high standards of conduct, integrity, and continuous improvementHolding a degree-level qualification, with CFA or similar credentials being advantageousWhatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer:The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemesGenerous pension contributionLife assuranceHealthcare Plan (permanent employees only)At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years’ service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holidayCompetitive family leaveParticipate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only)There are the many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and onlineIn 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heartAdditional InformationAt L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can. It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose. Share this article