Portfolio Manager – Global Macro Strategies

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Portfolio Manager with expertise in global macro markets. This role offers the opportunity to launch and refine macro strategies while overseeing significant capital allocations. The firm prides itself on its entrepreneurial culture, providing competitive, performance-linked compensation and the autonomy to influence a well-resourced macro franchise. If you have a proven track record in portfolio management and a strong quantitative background, this is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team focused on growth and performance optimization.

Benefits

Performance-linked compensation

Autonomy over macro strategies

Support from leadership team

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as a Portfolio Manager with a strong PnL track record.
• Solid quantitative aptitude and familiarity with systematic tools.

Responsibilities

• Launch and refine macro strategies across global rates, FX, and equities.
• Oversee significant capital allocation with disciplined risk management.

Skills

Portfolio Management

Risk Management

Quantitative Analysis

Communication Skills

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28.04.2025

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12.06.2025

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Job Description:

The Firm:

A leading multi-strategy investment firm, renowned for its compounded return history that is among the highest in the hedge fund industry, is seeking a seasoned Portfolio Manager with deep expertise in global macro markets. The successful candidate will join a well-capitalized platform and contribute to the strategic expansion of a growing macro business line.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategy Build-Out: Launch and refine macro strategies spanning global rates, FX, and equity indices/baskets, from initial research to live trading.
• Portfolio Management: Oversee a significant capital allocation, employing disciplined risk management, volatility targeting, and robust portfolio construction.
• Idea Generation: Identify directional and relative value opportunities in DM rates and global equities, guided by positioning, catalysts, and valuations. Focus on asymmetric, flow-driven trades.
• Performance Optimization: Achieve strong risk-adjusted returns, maintain high Sharpe ratios, and control drawdowns, using quantitative tools and post-trade analysis to refine models.
• Quant & Fundamental Integration: Combine discretionary macro insights with systematic approaches. Collaborate with quants and developers to enhance execution and research efficiency.
• Team Collaboration: Build a team, working alongside traders, strategists, QRs, and QDs to strengthen the macro platform. Mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of innovation.

Qualifications:

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of positive PnL and verifiable track record as a PM or SubPM in global macro, including building portfolios and delivering strong returns in top-tier principal risk taking environments.
• Technical Skills: Solid quantitative aptitude, familiarity with systematic tools, and a strong handle on risk and volatility management.
• Attributes: Process driven, entrepreneurial mindset, excellent communication skills, and high ethical standards.

Reasons to Apply:

• Unconstrained influence and autonomy over a well-resourced macro franchise.
• Competitive, performance-linked compensation typically 20%+ of PnL.
• Support from a truly entrepreneurial leadership team with incredible growth ambitions.

At Onyx Alpha Partners, we are committed to connecting the most sought after talent in the financial world, to opportunities that expand the universe of unconstrained performance within their chosen discipline. If this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, we encourage you to apply and explore the potential for growth and unparalleled success.