Assistant Portfolio Manager - International Equities

An exceptional opportunity has arisen within this prestigious global asset manager for an Assistant Portfolio Manager to join their International Equities Team. Working directly with the Investment team you will have responsibility for producing high quality investment research and analysis across specific industry/sectors and countries. The ideal candidate will be highly driven, analytical, with excellent client facing skills, and hold a genuine passion for investments.Role & Responsibilities:Responsible for conducting equity research and analytical studies for the International Equity team.Research – production of high-quality country, industry and stock investment research (including ESG factors). These responsibilities include specific industry/sectors and countries; produce regional meeting materials.Decision making – translating research into contributing towards investment decisions that are appropriate to each product type.Active contribution to the decision-making process of fund allocation and investment strategy resulting in improving fund performance.Assist with establishing client and consultant relationships for nominated clients, by being responsive to all requirements.Support Company’s client service and marketing operations by assisting in preparation work and assisting with consultant and potential client presentations within specified limits.Work with Client services in responding to RFP’s and Consultant information requests.Production of monthly and ad hoc investment reports and communications to clients, and consultants.Background and Experience:2 years relevant investment research experience.High achiever - naturally self-motivated; bright, driven with an energetic approach.Excellent academic background and mathematical capability.CFA Level 1 or equivalent.Microsoft Excel skills (advanced Excel, VBA skills).Experience of using Datastream, Reuters and Bloomberg information systems.Knowledge of relevant investment valuation techniques.Strong research and analytical capability.Knowledge of statistical tools and techniques.Excellent presentation skills, both written and oral; high level of attention to detail.Ability to work in a team environment & possess well developed interpersonal skills.Needs to assimilate information quickly; intellectually curious.Please note that due to the high volume of applicants responding to our advertisements we are regrettably not able to feedback on all applications; only successful candidates will be contacted.