Global Aggregate Bond Portfolio Manager

Swiss Life Asset Managers has a long and successful track record of managing Fixed Income assets. We are currently looking to strengthen our team with an experienced Global Aggregate Bond Portfolio Manager (f/m). As a member of a team of five portfolio managers you will be co-responsible for managing a total asset base of approximately CHF 60bn bonds.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of Global Aggregate bond funds, institutional mandates and bond investments of the Swiss Life balance sheet
• General coverage of the Global Aggregate universe (developments, valuations, opportunities)
• Active participation in shaping the investment process and the Global Aggregate investment strategy
• Active role in the improvement & implementation of the Swiss Life Asset Managers ESG strategy
• Development & implementation of innovative product ideas
• Bottom-up fundamental credit analysis and creation of credit research reports
• Participation in projects related to portfolio management
• Active participation in performance review meetings, pitches and RfPs
• Keeping close contact with internal and external stakeholders, such as clients, investment consultants, and brokers

Experience

• At least 7 years of experience as a Global Aggregate bond portfolio manager with a successful track record
• Thorough knowledge in the area of interest rates and credit derivatives
• Sound knowledge of macroeconomic concepts
• Ability to conduct bottom-up fundamental credit analysis and document the results
• Strong understanding of ESG concepts and its application in investment management
• Proactive personality; confident and convincing team-player
• Ability to work independently and see tasks through to completion
• Proficient user of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Bloomberg. Programming skills are a plus
• Bachelor or MA in a relevant field, CFA or equivalent post-graduate education is a plus
• Fluent in German and English, French is a plus

Benefits

• discounts on SL investment products and mortgages
• contribution to 3rd pillar life insurance
• employer's contributions to the pension fund
• reka cheques and meal allowance
• discounts on public transportation (up to 35%)
• flexible working models
• various timeout models