Senior Fund Manager - Global Environmental Thematic Equities F/M

Candriam; Brussel; Sur place; EUR 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Candriam is seeking a Senior Fund Manager to lead global environmental thematic equities, combining fundamental stock analysis with quantitative insights for sustainable investment strategies. You will manage portfolios and develop ideas across decarbonization, resource efficiency, clean mobility and circular economy, collaborating with ESG teams to enhance research, risk management and decision quality.

The role requires 7–10 years of equity portfolio management experience, a Master’s degree,

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of successful equity portfolio management experience.
• Strong capability in fundamental analysis of listed companies.
• Proficiency with quantitative, systematic or factor-based investment approaches.

Responsabilités

• Manage global environmental thematic equity portfolios on a day-to-day basis.
• Generate investment ideas by combining quantitative, systematic and fundamental analysis.
• Conduct in-depth research on environmental investment opportunities.
• Assess business models, valuations, growth prospects and risks for holdings.
• Contribute to portfolio construction decisions and risk allocation.
• Adapt portfolios to market developments and emerging sector dynamics.
• Develop new analytics tools and quantitative approaches to improve decision quality.
• Collaborate with ESG, equity research, risk and sales teams.
• Represent the strategy with clients and stakeholders when required.

Connaissances

Fluent English

Formation

Master's Degree

Description du poste

Position description

Business unit

Investment Management - Fundamental Equity

Job title

Senior Fund Manager - Global Environmental Thematic Equities F/M

Contract type

Permanent

Candriam Group Presentation

Candriam is a global multi-specialist asset manager and a recognized pioneer and leader in sustainable investment. For more than 25 years, Candriam has offered innovative and diversified investment solutions across many asset classes including fixed income, equities, alternatives, absolute return, asset allocation and illiquid assets.

As a Responsible Employer, Equal Employment Opportunity is crucial to Candriam. We are committed to building the best global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We provide an inclusive work environment and support wellbeing and work-life balance.

Mission

We are looking for an experienced Senior Fund Manager to help manage and develop global equity strategies focused on the environmental transition.

The role sits at the intersection of fundamental stock selection, quantitative investing and sustainable finance. It covers themes such as decarbonization, resource efficiency, sustainable infrastructure, clean mobility, the circular economy and environmental technologies.

We are seeking a modern investor with at least 7 to 10 years of equity portfolio management experience, strong company analysis and portfolio construction skills, and proficiency in systematic or factor-based approaches. The ability to use data, quantitative tools and artificial intelligence to enhance research, operational efficiency and decision-making will be important.

Key responsibilities

• Manage global environmental thematic equity portfolios on a day-to-day basis.
• Generate investment ideas by combining quantitative, systematic and fundamental analysis.
• Conduct in-depth research on companies across the environmental investment universes.
• Assess business models, competitive advantages, valuations, growth prospects and risks for portfolio holdings and companies under coverage.
• Contribute actively to portfolio construction decisions and risk allocation.
• Adapt portfolios to market developments, macroeconomic changes and emerging sector dynamics.
• Help continuously improve the investment framework, research processes and security selection methodologies.Develop new analytical tools, indicators and quantitative approaches that strengthen investment decision quality.
• Collaborate closely with ESG, equity research, risk and sales teams.
• Represent the strategy with clients, auditors and other stakeholders when required.

Profile

Master's degree in finance, economics, engineering, applied mathematics or an equivalent discipline.

CFA designation or an equivalent professional qualification is an advantage.

Experience and technical expertise

A minimum of 7 to 10 years of successful equity portfolio management experience.

Demonstrated experience managing global or international strategies.

Strong expertise in the fundamental analysis of listed companies.

Proficiency in quantitative, systematic or factor-based investment approaches.

Knowledge of environmental transition themes and ESG investment universes.

Sound understanding of portfolio construction and risk management techniques.

Proficiency with financial analysis tools and market databases.

Fluency in English plus French or Dutch.

The successful candidate will combine analytical rigour, investment conviction, curiosity, creativity, adaptability and strong interpersonal skills.

Candidate criteria

Education

• Master's Degree I / Bac+4

Minimum Level Of Experience Required

6-10 years

Languages

English (C1 - Fluent)