Portfolio Analyst

The world of investment is changing. Our vision at Legal & General Investment Management is to create a better, more sustainable future through responsible investing. We work in partnership with our clients around the globe to deliver positive long-term outcomes, while rising to the challenges of a rapidly changing world. Our clients include institutional pension funds, financial institutions, local authorities and sovereign wealth funds. To meet our clients’ complex and evolving investment needs, our investment strategies cover a broad array of asset classes and styles, including equities, bonds, property and alternatives, as well as multi-asset funds. We’re focused on continuously innovating our investment products, maintaining our reputation as experts across all asset classes, and striving to build a more responsible and sustainable future

We are seeking a portfolio analyst to join our team to help drive continued growth for the Multi-Asset and Asset Allocation teams, with a focus on products designed for Retail clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for an inquisitive fast learner with an interest in multi-asset and investments. We are looking for candidates who are intellectually curious, diligent, and enjoy working in a collaborative and dynamic environment

The Asset Allocation team combines LGIM’s economic and multi-asset research capabilities with portfolio management groups across a range of multi-asset product categories. The team brings experience from across investment management, investment consulting, banking and academia, and works with pension funds, insurers and retail clients. All funds within Asset Allocation benefit from the input and expertise of the team’s investment strategists, economists and fund managers.

What you’ll be doing

• Quantitative and qualitative analysis to support investment decision making and risk management
• Supporting fund marketing, maintaining and creating standard fund documents (such as fund commentaries, regular thought pieces, updates of existing material) across multi-asset strategies
• Day-to-day support of the funds, including responsibility for regular operational processes and follow-up analysis as necessary
• Involvement in strategic initiatives to extend the fund range and portfolio related infrastructure
• Independently progress delegated tasks from the fund managers, working across the LGIM business.

• Educated to degree standard or equivalent; or previous multi-asset experience
• Having an understanding of underlying asset classes and derivatives would be preferred
• Have the ability to assist with client communications (investment reports, preparation of presentations, research publications)
• Ability to assist and participate in investment research and idea generation
• In depth knowledge of one or more regions in institutional and/or retail investors and funds Desirable
• Experience managing projects and delegating effectively while maintaining quality of deliverables. Desirable
• Excellent time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Team focused, effective working with others

Legal & General is a leading financial services organisation, named Britain’s Most Admired Company in 2023, for the second year running. Rated top in our sector and top for inspirational leadership, we have a strong heritage and an exciting future.  

We’re one of the world's largest asset managers, homebuilders, pension providers and insurers. Connecting to form a unique business model which drives value for our customers and society. And enabling our people to create impact through work that is meaningful and valued.  

If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel.  

We strive to be open, mindful, and inclusive, so are always willing to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable accommodations for candidates with specific needs. It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose. 

If you’re open to find out more, we'd love to hear from you.