Portfolio Analytics Group Associate | PGIM Fixed Income

A GLOBAL LEADING ASSET MANAGER WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we're always looking for ways to improve financial services. We're passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you'll unlock a motivating and impactful career all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world's leading global asset managers! If you're not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that's investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can! What you will do : The role in the Portfolio Analysis Group (PAG) provides investment analysis, both portfolio and market based for the European High Yield desk, along with other key internal stakeholders and current / prospective clients. PAG Analysts deliver expert Quantitative Investment Analytics and work with internal stakeholders including portfolio managers, risk managers, traders, credit research, client service representatives and the sales and marketing team to deliver performance attribution and analytics; monitor portfolio positioning alignment and risk exposures; collect and analyse market data; and model portfolios and custom benchmarks, all within the various constraints that exist for the portfolios they cover. The ability to successfully navigate multiple, and at times competing, ad hoc requests and projects simultaneously that relate to market or portfolio analytics received from different areas of the Fixed Income organization is key. What you can expect :

• Dynamically monitor and assess portfolio positioning with respect to currency and credit risk exposures and thresholds, providing construction and alignment insight where possible
• Integrate specific client guidelines, objectives and risk tolerances into the firm's investment process and strategies to ensure complete portfolio management and analytics are in place for our portfolios
• Follow developments, views and themes across the fixed income market and understand how these drive portfolio positioning and performance
• Maintain the Portfolio Analysis Group's position as a world class provider of investment analytics and provide execution against the organization's strategic goal set.
• Work with peers across mandates to ensure analytics processes and methodologies are applied consistently and efficiently
• Analyze and effectively communicate monthly and quarterly performance attribution analysis
• Work with others throughout the organization to ensure that the Portfolio Analysis Group, Portfolio Management teams and the Risk Management Group have the tools and technology required to effectively manage portfolios
• Compare and contrast various benchmarks and their risk and positioning profiles, assess appropriate benchmarking for given mandates or clients
• Remain current on all applicable technology related to portfolio analytics, attribution methodologies, modelling methodologies and risk management tools
• Construction of model portfolios based on client or prospect guidelines as well as modelling of impact of cash flows to existing portfolios
• Ad hoc project work
  
  3-5+ years of experience in Fixed Income Investments and a demonstrated passion for Fixed Income Analytics
• Bachelor's degree with concentration(s) in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Engineering preferred or equivalent experience will be considered
• CFA or other applicable master's level work such as Statistics or Quantitative Finance or equivalent experience will be considered
• Demonstrated experience working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong technology skills and proficiency with Excel, Python and SQL are highly preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Willingness to embrace and encourage change and development
• Strong critical thinking and logic skills
What will set you apart :
• Experience with Aladdin is a plus.
• Strong demonstrated quantitative skills (project experience involving data analysis a plus)
• PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.
  
  PGIM is the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE : PRU), a leading global investment manager with nearly US$1.
33 trillion in assets under management as of June 30th, 2024. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM's businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate and alternatives. Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Prudential is a multinational financial services leader with operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Leveraging its heritage of life insurance and asset management expertise, Prudential is focused on helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth. The company's well-known Rock symbol is an icon of strength, stability, expertise and innovation that has stood the test of time. Prudential's businesses offer a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds, asset management, and real estate services, some of which may not be available in your area.