Fixed Income Cross-Sector Portfolio Management Analyst/Associate

Goldman Sachs; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm seeks a motivated Analyst or Associate to join their Cross-Sector investment team. This exciting role involves conducting in-depth research on fixed income asset allocation, contributing to innovative investment strategies, and assisting in portfolio construction. The ideal candidate will possess strong quantitative skills, proficiency in programming languages like Python or R, and a Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or Engineering. Join a dynamic team that values independent thinking and effective collaboration, making a significant impact in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in investment or market research.
• Strong quantitative skills and fluency in statistics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on fixed income asset allocation and portfolio construction.
• Assist portfolio managers with multi-sector portfolio construction.

Skills

Quantitative Skills

Programming in Python

Programming in R

Understanding of Fixed Income

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Finance

Master’s Degree in Economics

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

Job description

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WHO WE ARE

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities, and investment management services to a diverse client base including corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals. Headquartered in New York, with offices in London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Bengaluru, Hong Kong, and other major financial centers worldwide.

Asset Management Division

Provides investment management services and products across all major asset classes to institutional and individual clients. Offers wealth advisory, portfolio management, financial counseling, brokerage, and transaction services to high-net-worth individuals and families.

GSAM Fixed Income

Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) manages Fixed Income assets globally for over two decades. Our philosophy emphasizes sector specialization, independent teams, and a mix of top-down and bottom-up analysis, with risk management at the core.

Summary Of Responsibilities

We seek a London-based Analyst or Associate for our Cross-Sector investment team within GSAM Fixed Income. Responsibilities include:

1. Conduct research on fixed income asset allocation and portfolio construction.
2. Contribute to investment strategy and process innovation at the intersection of macro and credit markets.
3. Assist portfolio managers with multi-sector portfolio construction and implementation.
4. Develop market views and contribute to idea generation.
5. Build models and tools supporting research and investment decisions.
6. Support other portfolio managers with analytical and data tasks.
7. Create and maintain client-facing content.

Preferred Qualifications & Skillset

• Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in investment or market research.
• Strong quantitative skills, fluency in statistics, programming in Python, R, or similar.
• Understanding of fixed income and macro/financial data.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Office tools.
• Self-motivated, independent, effective team interaction.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and high standards.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales