Associate, Discretionary Investment Specialists

Purpose of the role

The Discretionary Investment Specialist Associate will have overall responsibility for creating investment content across various channels, including Discretionary Investment Solutions, with a focus on liquid assets. This role is critical to developing a meaningful investment approach focused on key investment funds within Man's Discretionary business line to generate returns and present investment content in a compelling and effective manner.

Responsibilities

* Develop and maintain a wide range of investment materials, including fund marketing, new product launch materials, thought leadership content, and sales materials to position strategies competitively * Brainstorm and conceptualize product messaging to position strategies competitively * Provide ongoing technical expertise as a subject matter expert on various products to internal and external stakeholders * Partner with the portfolio management team, CIOs, and other key stakeholders across the firm to ensure content is insightful, effective, and of the highest quality * Creating web content and performance data/educational videos to promote fund capabilities and offerings and ensure content aligns with client objectives * Ensuring the latest fund research, analysis, and messaging are incorporated into all materials

Technical skills

* University degree in a relevant field required, CFA, CAA, or IMC qualification preferred * 0-3 years of experience in client service or content creation within the industry and a solid understanding of the financial sector * Ability to work with senior members of the investment team and investment management to support sales priorities * Familiarity with buy-side and sell-side environments * Knowledge of institutional and private client requirements; good organizational and time management skills * Ability to prioritize work effectively * Ability to work independently within a team to meet demanding deadlines * Ability to proactively create a communicative environment; confidential handling of sensitive information * Good writing, PowerPoint, and Excel skills; strong analytical skills with good attention to detail/accuracy

We offer

* A work environment that promotes equal opportunities * Opportunities to develop and grow through our comprehensive internal initiatives, partnerships, and programs * Flexible working arrangements * Two annual "Meaningful Days" of paid leave for community service * A comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, bonuses, life and long-term disability insurance, group health insurance, extended parental leave, and long-term work leave * Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private health insurance, discounted gym memberships, and more