Investment Manager

LGBT Great; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an experienced Investment Manager to join their team. This position involves leading investment strategies, managing transactions from origination to execution, and optimizing capital structures. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of alternative assets and a proven track record in asset management. The role offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits including private medical insurance and generous leave.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

28 days annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in managing transactions from origination to execution.
• Ability to influence and lead in complex environments.
• Deep understanding of alternative assets and credit fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis and execution of investment strategies across real estate and private credit.
• Manage transactions end-to-end with market research and strategy papers.
• Optimize capital structures to align with business goals.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

ACA, CFA, or equivalent

Job description

Overview

At Pension Insurance Corporation (PIC), we're committed to securing the future for our policyholders by delivering stable retirement incomes. Our purpose is simple: to pay the pensions of our current and future policyholders. We do this through thoughtful investment strategies, robust risk management, and a culture grounded in our values - Resilient, Adaptable, and Loyal.

We're looking for an Investment Manager to join the PIC Capital team. PIC Capital is responsible for private assets at PIC including real assets and private credit. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact investment initiatives including transaction origination and execution, helping shape the future of our portfolio. You\'ll report to the Head of Strategy for PIC Capital and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, applying your expertise to deliver meaningful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Leading the analysis and execution of investment strategies across real estate and private credit.
• Manage transactions end-to-end: from market research and strategy papers to legal negotiations and committee presentations.
• Optimise capital structures to align with PIC's broader business goals, working closely with our credit research and ratings team, asset liability management and risk teams.
• Represent PIC externally - building networks, sharing market intelligence, and contributing to our industry presence.
• Presentation of deals and strategic initiatives to various committees including ability to adjust communication to different internal stakeholders.
• Support the growth of our private assets business by improving processes, data analytics, and mentoring junior team members.

Experience

• ACA, CFA, investment actuary or equivalent experience in asset management or private markets.
• Proven track record in managing transactions from origination to execution.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaborative working style.

Knowledge

• Deep understanding of alternative assets, credit fundamentals, and valuation methodologies.
• Technical expertise with relevant investment structures
• Understanding of the matching adjustment, solvency requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• In depth knowledge of investment trends in key markets e.g. UK real estate, infrastructure, and private credit.

Skills

• Strong communication and project management skills, with the ability to influence and lead.
• Intellectually curious and eager to challenge the status quo.
• Comfortable navigating complexity and ambiguity.
• Committed to continuous learning and development-for yourself and others.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary and the opportunity to participate in our annual, performance-related bonus plan, upon joining us here at Pension Insurance Corporation, you will get access to some great benefits, including private medical insurance, 28 days\' annual leave (excluding bank holidays), a generous pension scheme and much more.