Portfolio Analyst

Octavius Finance; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in London is seeking a Portfolio Management Analyst to join their front-office team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for candidates with 1–3 years of experience to engage in portfolio decision-making and analytics development. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a master's degree in a quantitative field, along with proficiency in Python.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in investment or trading.
• Strong academic background in quantitative or analytical fields.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and raise orders for portfolios.
• Support ESG initiatives and shape portfolio management.

Skills

Analytical Mindset

Communication

Proficiency in Python

Education

Master’s Degree in Quantitative Discipline

Job description

We are working on behalf of a leading investment firm to hire a Portfolio Management Analyst to join their front-office investment team in London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1–3 years of experience who wants to be directly involved in portfolio decision-making, investment flows, and analytics development.

This is a front-office role, where you’ll work closely with portfolio managers — monitoring and raising orders, supporting ESG initiatives, and actively shaping how portfolios are managed and tracked.

What they’re looking for:

1. 1–3 years of experience in an investment, trading, or risk-focused environment
2. Strong academic background, with a preference for a master’s degree from a leading institution in a quantitative or analytical discipline
3. Proficiency in Python (essential)
4. A curious, analytical mindset with a proactive attitude
5. Excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, collaborative environment

To apply, please send your CV to: [e-mail]