Investment Associate – Portfolio Management Team recruitment

Dimensional's approach to investment management has been formulated over the past 30 years by some of the most recognised and innovative investment minds in the global finance community. The approach relies on scientific and academic research that form the basis of all investement strategies and guiding principles.

At present, Dimensional continues to expand and capitalise on opportunities at a global scale, and as a result, there exists a rare opportunity for a quantitative minded individual to join the International Portfolio Management team in the capacity of Investment Associate.

This role acts a conduit between the Portfolio Managers and Analysts, which in turn allows for a highly balanced and robust investment team structure. As an Investment Associate, you will be responsible for assisting in the smooth running of several international equity portfolios whilst providing robust support to the overall investments team.

Your core responsibilities include:

• Review and execute FX trades

• Analyse and instruct on corporate action events

• Monitor portfolio characteristics

• Manage portfolio cash levels

• Build effective relationships with portfolio managers, traders and custodian partners globally

• Assist with portfolio reporting

• Special projects and fine tuning of investment processes

The successful applicant may come from a variety of backgrounds: you may have obtained a PhD, MBA or post-graduate qualification in either Finance, Economics or in another related discipline, however, have limited work experience. You must demonstrate exemplary grades.

Alternatively, you may have no post-graduate qualification but have had strong exposure to capital markets in a trading, investment banking, consulting, asset management or perhaps a hedge fund capacity. You may be a hybrid of the two.

Applicants with non-financial backgrounds are encouraged to apply, however you will ideally have a mathamatical background such as IT or Engineering.

Applicants will demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate and establish relationships with global internal stakeholders, whilst possessing the intuition to innovate and apply DFA’s investment philosophy. You will be a highly driven individual that is motivated to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results.

This is a long term and highly rewarding opportunity for an ambitious individual to make their mark with one of the world’s leading asset management firms. You will be given access to some of the best investment minds in the world, whilst you work alongside a dynamic and dedicated team.