The role involves working as a member of a specialist analytical team which focuses on portfolio construction/investment risk management and investment research/alpha support (including the integration of ESG/sustainability/climate transition criteria), working closely with the investment teams to support & enhance investment processes and to contribute to product development and investment governanceKey Missions:· Support PMs in building well-constructed portfolios using a range of detailed risk insights, market considerations and deep understanding of investment processes.· Provide analytical research and support for alpha generation using proprietary quantitative research/data and 3rd party tools and datasets. Specific responsibilities include investment universe construction, investment screening and integration of ESG/sustainability/climate transition criteria within portfolios.· Provide analytical support for new product concept evaluations and new client requirements by evaluating investment opportunity set and product concept characteristics and by modelling potential investment outcomes.· Provide investment oversight & challenge leveraging detailed knowledge of investment processes, implementation approaches and expected portfolio characteristics and behaviours in differing market environments.The role requires the following elements:- Building and leveraging strong working relationships with portfolio managers within the investment teams (for specific strategies) and also senior management.- Participating in regular PM and strategy team meetings (including preparation & presentation of analytical content to support the strategies being reviewed/discussed).- Participating in client pitches and presentations alongside the portfolio managers as part of the client proposition from the investment team.- Design & production of standard and bespoke analytics on a pro-active and reactive basis in order to provide advisory support for portfolio construction and investment processes for existing and new products and also for commercial and business development needs.- Participate and potentially lead projects that build or enhance investment analytics to support AXA IM Equity investment strategies, including the incorporation of ESG/RI/Sustainable Investment considerations within investment processes.As a member of the Equity Investment Analytics team, the role also requires the provision of technical leadership, guidance and knowledge-sharing with less experienced team colleagues.QualificationsTechnical Skills, Qualifications & Experience Required· Strong quantitative background – mathematics/econometrics/engineering preferred· Experience in a similar role· Risk management/portfolio construction/portfolio management background· Knowledge of fundamental analysis and equity portfolio characteristics· Good working knowledge of responsible investment and integration of ESG/sustainability/climate transition considerations alongside financial criteria in investment decision-making· Strong Excel skills essential· Programming/coding skills (Python or similar) preferred· Market date (FactSet/Bloomberg) skills preferred· Knowledge of derivatives strategies & implementation useful· CFA or equivalent desirableBehavioural Competencies Required· Active risk management mindset – a rounded approach to building portfolio risk insights is key· Risk model evaluation/ability to understand risk models from first principles and evaluate outputs accordingly· Good communication & presentation skills essential· High degree of reliability and accuracy· Ability to demonstrate strong organisational skills· Able to apply judgement/form & express views on portfolios/markets based on analytics and insights developed· Self-starter, able to work autonomously where needed but collaboratively also – a team-player mindset is preferred+ At least an operational level of French is required
