Fixed Income Macro Strategist
The Fixed Income Department is responsible for managing the fixed income assets of the GIC portfolio. Its universe is global and spans multiple sectors, including G10 interest rates, credit, emerging markets, collateralised bonds, convertible bonds and FX. Fixed Income is currently structured into 3 components:
- Portfolio Management (Global Macro, Credit Markets, Emerging Markets)
- Research and Strategy (Macro and Credit)
- Portfolio Analysis and Investment Services
The Macro Research Strategy Division is looking for a Fixed Income Macro Strategist to join their team.
Key responsibilities include:
- To conduct economic and policy co-coverage of Europe and CEEA (Central Eastern Europe Africa) that would lead to executable investments in the regional fixed income and foreign exchange markets.
- To build and enhance relationship with regional policy institutions, think tanks, other investors and external research providers.
- To contribute to global research as part of the team process with a view to inform management about thematic investment opportunities across global fixed assets.
The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:
- At least 5 years of experience in a financial institution either on the buy or sell-side. He/she should have experience in global macro research, with a focus on Europe and Emerging Markets.
- Should be familiar with macroeconomic and policy analysis of sovereigns and be able to translate fundamental assessments into executable trade ideas.
- Competence with Excel and VBA. Proficiency in programming languages such as MATLAB or C, or a statistical language such as R, would be a plus.
- Experience with strategic and tactical asset allocation would be a plus. Strong background in research and investment strategy formulation, including strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Team player and self-driven with an ability to anticipate market issues.
(No agencies please)
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