EMEA Credit Product Strategy Associate

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Job description

About Us:

We are PIMCO, a leading global asset management firm. We manage investments and develop solutions across the full spectrum of asset classes, strategies and vehicles: fixed income, equities, commodities, asset allocation, ETFs, hedge funds and private equity. PIMCO is one of the largest investment managers, actively managing more than $2.2 trillion in assets for clients around the world. PIMCO has over 3,070 employees in 22 offices globally. PIMCO is recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.

PIMCO is one of the world's premier fixed income investment managers with thousands of professionals around the world united in a single purpose: creating opportunities for our clients in every environment. Since 1971, we have brought innovation and expertise to our partnership with the institutions, financial advisors and millions of individual investors who entrust us with their assets. We aspire to cultivate performance and leadership through empowering our people, diversity of thought, and a commitment to an inclusive culture that engages in our global communities.

Position Description:

PIMCO is seeking a Product Associate to work in the EMEA Credit Product Strategy team. The core function of the role involves the analysis of complex data and applying those results to make client focused presentations. The Product Associate must build strong internal relationships and partnerships with Portfolio Managers, Account Associates and Account Managers, Business Development and Compliance teams across the firm. This job will be based in London.

Responsibilities:

• Support Product Strategists in delivering portfolio solutions for clients
• Lever the effectiveness of the EMEA Credit Product Strategy team so that they can focus on strategy advice and implementation by supervising data/information coordination and analysis
• Perform detailed portfolio research and quantitative analysis with Excel, Bloomberg, and Business Query
• Perform risk management, attribution, market commentary, and other product analysis reports on a weekly/monthly/quarterly basis
• Work with the product strategy team to monitor and manage the project queue to help prioritize opportunities, follow up with AM's to ensure continued connectivity and sustained involvement with clients
• Be an internal resource for client servicing and marketing groups for asset allocation related questions and inquiries
• Maintain marketing materials such as presentation books and other general education materials
• Ad Hoc research projects related to competitors
• Assist in the development of new products and funds

Position Requirements:

• 1-3 years of asset management or wealth management experience
• Bachelor's degree in in Business/Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or Accounting preferred
• Well organized, high energy level/self-starter; focus on production and results orientation
• The ability to work effectively and professionally with all levels of personnel both internally and externally
• Ability to organize and communicate information effectively

Benefits:

PIMCO 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