Sr. Investment Analyst, Multi-Asset Solutions Team

Sr. Investment Analyst, Multi‑Asset Solutions Team

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As a member of the Multi‑Asset Solutions team, you will play a critical role in supporting the management and oversight of over $65 billion in multi‑asset strategies, including target risk, target date, and alternative asset allocation funds. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to portfolio management, asset allocation research and cutting‑edge investment technology.

• Assist in the day‑to‑day portfolio management and oversight responsibilities of multi‑asset portfolios, ensuring alignment with investment objectives
• Participate in research and portfolio management meetings to help ensure strategy positioning reflects the investment team’s market outlook and research perspectives
• Support portfolio managers in quantitative portfolio construction studies to formulate optimal strategic and tactical asset allocation mixes
• Drive innovation by leveraging advanced analytics and technology platforms to optimize portfolio management workflows and enhance scalability
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and analysts to facilitate systematic and bespoke asset allocation trading and rebalancing activities
• Incorporate synthetic exposures where appropriate to adjust positioning efficiently and cost‑effectively
• Conduct detailed risk and factor evaluation across multi‑asset portfolios to ensure consistency with investment outlooks and mandates
• Perform performance attribution analysis and compile insights for dissemination across portfolio management and senior management teams
• Work with client portfolio managers to support communication of investment outlook, trade rationale and performance drivers
• Build and maintain relationships with key external partners, including brokers and research firms, to gain research insights and understand product development initiatives
• Collaborate effectively across the organization, including multi‑asset portfolio managers and analysts, trading, portfolio construction & risk, manager research, and other key stakeholders
• Develop and implement systematic tools and dashboards utilizing platforms such as Aladdin, Bloomberg, Fact Set, and Barra One to improve efficiency, transparency and decision‑making across asset allocation strategies
• Gain expertise in new tools and share insights with the team to support adoption and best practices
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and contribute ideas for process improvements that enhance investment decision‑making and operational efficiency

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, or a related field; CFA and/or MBA or progress toward designation preferred
• 7+ years of experience in investment‑related field
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with demonstrated ability to think critically and solve problems
• Collaborative team player with excellent written and oral communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; programming skills (Python, VBA, SQL) highly desirable
• Proficiency in portfolio management and analytical software including Black Rock’s Aladdin, Fact Set, Bloomberg, Morningstar DIRECT™ and other investment tools a plus
• Comfort working with large data sets and building automated solutions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with strong attention to detail

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

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