Portfolio Manager - Fixed Income

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus

Health, disability & life insurance

Employer retirement contributions

Professional development support

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager specialized in Fixed Income to lead investment portfolios for institutional clients. You will develop strategies, conduct market analysis, and manage risk to achieve optimal returns for clients.

The role requires expertise in government bonds, corporate debt, and derivatives, plus strong analytical and communication skills. This is a senior leadership position within a respected asset management firm in the Free State.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• MBA or CFA designation highly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in portfolio management, specifically within fixed income.
• Expertise in fixed income markets, including government bonds, corporate debt, and derivatives.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and risk management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement investment strategies for fixed income portfolios aligned with client objectives and risk tolerance.
• Conduct thorough credit research and macroeconomic analysis to inform investment decisions.
• Select individual securities (bonds, derivatives) and manage portfolio duration and yield.
• Monitor portfolio performance, risk exposures, and market conditions, making necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with sales and client service teams to communicate portfolio strategy and performance to clients.
• Manage relationships with brokers, analysts, and other market participants.

Skills

Fixed income portfolio mgmt

Credit research

Macro analysis

Risk management

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Finance/Economics

MBA

CFA designation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager specializing in Fixed Income to manage investment portfolios for institutional clients in Bloemfontein. This senior role involves developing investment strategies, conducting in-depth market analysis, and managing risk to achieve optimal returns for clients. You will be responsible for asset allocation, security selection, and performance attribution, working closely with research analysts and traders. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of fixed income markets, a proven track record of successful portfolio management, and strong analytical and decision-making skills. This is a key leadership position within a reputable asset management firm in the Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement investment strategies for fixed income portfolios aligned with client objectives and risk tolerance.
• Conduct thorough credit research and macroeconomic analysis to inform investment decisions.
• Select individual securities (bonds, derivatives) and manage portfolio duration and yield.
• Monitor portfolio performance, risk exposures, and market conditions, making necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with sales and client service teams to communicate portfolio strategy and performance to clients.
• Manage relationships with brokers, analysts, and other market participants.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field; MBA or CFA designation highly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in portfolio management, specifically within fixed income.
• Demonstrated success in managing institutional fixed income assets.
• Expertise in fixed income markets, including government bonds, corporate debt, and derivatives.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for client interactions.

Benefits

• Highly attractive base salary and significant performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Professional development support and opportunities for advancement.
• Challenging and rewarding role within a respected financial institution in Bloemfontein .