Multi-Asset Portfolio Analyst

Allspring Global Investments; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm in London seeks a Junior Analyst to join the multi-asset portfolio management team. This role involves portfolio maintenance, research engagement, and client support, providing a unique opportunity for career development in multi-asset investing. Ideal candidates should possess strong analytical skills, a degree in a quantitative or STEM field, and proficiency in programming languages like Python.

Qualifications

• Upper second class honors or equivalent grade.
• Preferably prior experience in asset management or a related field.
• Ability to visualize and interpret data.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to develop an understanding of multi-asset business.
• Oversee compliance with investment guidelines.
• Leverage programming skills for efficiency.
• Support ad hoc strategic projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Programming in Python

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Education

University degree in a quantitative or STEM subject

Tools

Excel

Python

SQL

Bloomberg

Job description

Overview

COMPANY

Allspring Global Investments is a leading independent asset management firm that offers a broad range of investment products and solutions designed to help meet clients' goals. At Allspring, our vision is to inspire a new era of investing that pursues both financial returns and positive outcomes. With decades of trusted experience propelling us forward, we strive to build portfolios aimed at generating successful outcomes for our clients. We do this through the independence of thought that powers our investment strategies and by bringing a renewed approach to look around the corner to unlock what's possible. Allspring is a company committed to thoughtful investing, purposeful planning, and the desire to deliver outcomes that expand above and beyond financial gains. For more information, please visit About Us - Allspring Global Investments.

At Allspring, unique views inspire us. We leverage the diversity of people, ideas, and skills to help our clients pursue their financial goals. We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool that enables us to better serve our global client base. Intentionally fostering a diverse and inclusive culture allows us to empower innovation, productivity, and engagement. It’s also essential for elevating the experience of our clients as well as the communities in which we operate. Thank you for considering Allspring as you explore the next step in your career journey.

Position

The analyst will join the multi-asset portfolio management team, responsible for managing ~US$15b across a diverse range of mandates, including systematic macro, benchmark relative and outcome oriented strategies. This is a unique opportunity for a junior investment professional to gain hands-on experience in portfolio management while developing a long-term career in multi-asset investing. This role will require significant on-the-job and off-the-job learning to be successful, and previous succesful hires in this role have developed into senior investors with the team.

We currently operate in a hybrid working model, whereby you will be required to work in-office 3 days a week.

Location(s): London, United Kingdom

Responsibilities

Initially focused on taking on routine portfolio maintenance and automation of processes, this role offers a clear path to contributing to investment research and client engagement over time.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Portfolio Management: Collaborate with the team to develop an understanding of the multi-asset book of business, size and raise orders with a path to managing risk-neutral trades (e.g., futures rolls, cash rebalancing) and active trades.
• Portfolio monitoring: Oversee daily compliance with investment guidelines, monitor cash levels, and track positioning versus benchmarks and targets, being proactive in identifying mitigation techniques.
• Process development and automation: Leverage programming skills (Python, SQL) to build tools that enhance efficiency and decision-making within the investment research and portfolio management processes.
• Project work: Support ad hoc and strategic projects on behalf of the investment team
• Research: Begin exploring and presenting research ideas aligned with the team’s research agenda, which will require a thorough understanding of statistics, probability and financial-domain modelling.
• Client support: Assist in the preparation of collateral for client meetings and contribute to ongoing client communications.

Candidate

The ideal candidate is an ambitious, curious and collaborative individual with a strong analytical foundation and research skills. The incumbent will show a demonstrated interest in financial markets/economics.

Required Qualifications

• University degree (or equivalent) in a quantitative or STEM subject to at least an upper second class honors or equivalent grade.
• Prior experience through an internship/graduate scheme or placement in asset management or a related field is preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and Python and familiarity with SQL. Familiarity with Bloomberg (AIM/PORT) is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to visualize and interpret data and draw actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.
• High level of personal responsibility, integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, both independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated interest in economics or financial markets e.g. through a paper portfolio, investment club or personal research.

How You Can Stand Out

• Demonstrating an understanding of portfolio theory, asset allocation and risk management in a Multi-Asset context.
• Experience with public speaking or presenting to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Understanding of derivatives pricing
• Additional language skills

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We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.