Hybrid Senior Portfolio Manager — Multi-Asset Expertise

Placements24; Graafwater; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Investment research tools

Collegial work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a distinguished asset management firm in the Western Cape to recruit a Senior Portfolio Manager for their Paarl-based investment team. This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote workdays, emphasizing active strategy development and oversight of client portfolios.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Finance or Economics, CFA designation, and at least 8 years’ experience in portfolio management or investment analysis, with a

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• CFA designation is mandatory.
• Minimum of 8 years of portfolio management or investment analysis experience.
• Proven track record of benchmark-beating returns.
• Deep understanding of financial markets, instruments, and valuation techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with portfolio management software and trading platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive investment strategies aligned with client objectives and risk profiles.
• Construct and manage investment portfolios across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and alternatives.
• Conduct in-depth market research, economic analysis, and security selection.
• Monitor portfolio performance, risk exposures, and attribution, making necessary adjustments.
• Engage with clients to understand their financial goals, provide performance updates, and build lasting relationships.
• Collaborate with research analysts and traders to inform investment decisions.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal investment policies.
• Contribute to the development of new investment products and solutions.
• Stay informed about global economic trends and geopolitical events impacting financial markets.

Skills

CFA designation

Portfolio management

Analytical skills

Client relations

Education

Master's degree in Finance or Economics

Tools

Portfolio management software

Trading platforms

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a distinguished asset management firm in the Western Cape to recruit a Senior Portfolio Manager for their Paarl-based investment team. This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote workdays, emphasizing active strategy development and oversight of client portfolios.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Finance or Economics, CFA designation, and at least 8 years’ experience in portfolio management or investment analysis, with a