Client Portfolio Analyst

Loomis, Sayles & Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Discretionary incentive

Benefits package

Job summary

Loomis Sayles is a performance-driven asset management firm in Boston seeking a Client Portfolio Analyst to support the client services group for fixed income strategies. You will prepare client reports, write investment commentaries, and translate complex information into clear materials for clients and consultants.

You will collaborate with relationship managers and investment teams, manage deadlines, and help improve processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, math or statistics preferred; CFA/MBA a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in the investment industry.
• Strong writing and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ability to work independently within a team.

Responsibilities

• Utilize investment systems and analytical tools to produce client reports.
• Create client books used in portfolio review meetings.
• Write investment commentaries for fixed income products.
• Generate customized responses and analyses for ad hoc client requests.
• Review and validate internal data outputs for accuracy.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows.
• Collaborate with relationship managers and investment teams to communicate information.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong writing

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Team player

Time management

Education

Finance/Math/Statistics degree

Tools

Investment systems

Research tools

Job description

Loomis Sayles is a performance-driven active asset management company that seeks to identify exceptional investment opportunities on behalf of institutional and retail clients worldwide. We believe active management fueled by proprietary, best-in-class research helps us achieve financial success for our clients. Founded in 1926, Loomis Sayles currently oversees approximately $434.6 billion in assets under management (as of 30 June 2026) for global clients spanning more than 50 countries.

We foster a culture of entrepreneurialism, where all employees are empowered and encouraged to develop themselves and their ideas. Our culture centers on our shared IDEALS, the core characteristics of who we aspire to be as employees and an organization.

INCLUSIVE & DIVERSE-DEDICATED TO TEAMWORK–EXCELLENT–ACCOUNTABLE–LEADERS-SOLUTIONS-ORIENTED

About The Role

Loomis Sayles is committed to the continual improvement of our performance, processes and people. As part of this commitment, we are looking to hire an enthusiastic and passionate candidate, eager to contribute to our continued success through the following employment opportunity:

The institutional services department is currently seeking to hire a client portfolio analyst in the client services group supporting our global and domestic fixed income strategies.

The client portfolio analyst position is primarily responsible for supporting the relationship management team and servicing client requests for investment information in a timely manner. The successful candidate will be a strong writer and analytical thinker who can work across teams, manage deadlines, and translate investment information into clear, client-ready materials. They must also be capable of gathering information from various sources, including internal investment systems, research analysts, portfolio management teams and written/electronic news publications.

About The Team

You will join a team consisting of 19 client portfolio analysts whose objective is to assist in providing our clients with best-in-class client service on a consistent basis. This role offers the opportunity to deepen fixed income knowledge, strengthen client-facing communication skills, and collaborate closely with investment and relationship management teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize various investment systems and analytical tools to produce client reports
• Create client books used in portfolio review meetings
• Write investment commentaries for fixed income products
• Generate customized responses, reports, and/or analyses in response to ad hoc requests from clients, consultants, or internal stakeholders
• Complete consultant questionnaires
• Review and validate internal data output to ensure accuracy
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline departmental processes
• Collaborate with relationship managers, investment teams, and other internal departments to gather and communicate investment information to clients and consultants

Qualifications & Education Requirements

• A bachelor's degree with a major in finance, math or statistics preferred; progress towards CFA/MBA a plus
• 3+ years of experience in the investment industry
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment with accuracy and attention to detail
• Familiarity with fixed income securities in both domestic and foreign markets
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written (a writing sample will be required)
• Superior organizational skills and strong work ethic
• Advanced knowledge of computer applications (strong Microsoft Office skills and the ability to address problems with technological solutions a plus)
• Ability to work independently and be a team player
• Proactive, can-do attitude

Additional Requirements

• Flexibility to manage time-sensitive deliverables during peak periods and work overtime as needed, particularly at quarter-end.
• Project work as needed, aimed at improving team processes, reporting, and client service delivery

Loomis Sayles is committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $97,500 USD. Your starting salary will be based on your experience, skills, qualifications and local benchmarking. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award, which is based on individual and company performance. In addition to your compensation, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being and financial security.

Global Benefit Statement

At Loomis Sayles, we believe benefits should empower our employees to thrive — at work and beyond. To attract and retain diverse talent worldwide, we are committed to offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that support your well-being, your family and your future. Designed with both local and global needs in mind, our benefits ensure that wherever you work, you have the support and resources to succeed.

EEOC and Diversity Statement

Loomis Sayles is deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce in which talented individuals can realize their full potential and contribute to our growth and success. Please consider applying for this role even if your work history and skillset doesn’t completely match the job description. We believe creativity, tenacity and humility are as valuable as specific skills that can be practiced and perfected on the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.