VP, Fixed Income & Multi Asset, Macro Research & Strategy - Macro Analyst

GIC Private Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Macro Strategist to join their dynamic team in London. This role focuses on LATAM markets, where you will provide macro strategy research and investment recommendations. You will engage with policymakers and enhance the research framework while analyzing economic data and market conditions. The firm values flexibility and collaboration, providing an environment where innovative ideas are encouraged. If you are passionate about macroeconomics and want to make an impact in a leading global investment firm, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in global macro research with a focus on LATAM markets.
• Strong analytical skills and investment strategy formulation background.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for macro strategy research in fixed income and FX.
• Develop and recommend investment strategies based on macroeconomic trends.

Skills

Global macro research

Macroeconomic analysis

Investment strategy formulation

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in Portuguese

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Job description

VP, Fixed Income & Multi Asset, Macro Research & Strategy - Macro Analyst

Location: London, GB

Job Function: Fixed Income & Multi Asset

Job Type: Permanent

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

The Fixed Income & Multi Asset department is responsible for managing the fixed income assets of the GIC portfolio and multi-asset strategies. Its universe is global and spans multiple sectors, including global interest rates, currencies, credit, emerging markets, securitized products, convertible bonds, equities, and commodities.

We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our Macro Research & Strategy Division as a Vice President to focus on LATAM markets. This position is based in the London office.

What will you do as a Macro Strategist?

1. Provide coverage for our macro strategy research and investment calls in the fixed income and foreign exchange space.
2. Specific coverage across LATAM markets.
3. Build relationships with policymakers and think-tanks.
4. Strengthen the macro research and strategy process and framework.
5. Develop and recommend investment strategies for fixed income portfolios, considering macroeconomic trends and market conditions.
6. Monitor and interpret economic data, interest rate movements, and fiscal and monetary policies to assess their impact on fixed income markets.
7. Provide regular and ad-hoc reports on market developments, yield curves, spread analysis, and risk assessments to portfolio managers.

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

1. Relevant experience in global macro research with the ability to link the dots between macro, markets, and positioning of major market participants within the LATAM markets.
2. Knowledge of the international monetary system and/or economic history within LATAM.
3. Macroeconomic and policy analysis of sovereigns.
4. Experience with asset allocation is desirable.
5. Strong research and investment strategy formulation background, including strong technical experience and analytical skills.
6. Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese.
7. Team player and self-driven with the ability to anticipate changing market dynamics.

Work at the Point of Impact

We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit, and Excellence, which guide us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire and make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC

At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants who qualify for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, socio-economic background, or disabilities. GIC (Europe) is signed up to the Halo Code and is a Disability Confident Employer. Please email [e-mail] at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

Learn more

Learn more about our Fixed Income and Multi Asset Department here.