Description

Position description Business unit Investment Management - Fundamental Equity

Job title Client Portfolio Manager Fundamental Equity F/M

Contract type Permanent

Candriam Group Presentation
Candriam is a global multi-specialist asset manager and a recognized pioneer and leader in sustainable investment. For more than 25 years, Candriam has offered innovative and diversified investment solutions across many asset classes including fixed income, equities, absolute return , asset allocation and illiquid assets.

As a Responsible Employer, Equal Employment Opportunity is crucial to Candriam. We are committed to building the best global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We provide an inclusive work environment and support wellbeing and work-life balance.

Mission
As part of a team of Client Portfolio Managers dedicated to Fundamental Equity, the (Junior) Client Portfolio Manager for Fundamental Equity works closely with the fund management team and other business units within Candriam.

This role acts as an ambassador for Candriam's fundamental equity strategies, supporting the Senior Client Portfolio Managers for answer sales requests, providing product information, and addressing specific client inquiries.

The role involves preparing commercial documentation and supporting the team and fund managers with materials for client meetings or public presentations.

To enhance commercial efforts, Candriam is hiring an additional Client Portfolio Manager for Fundamental Equity, primarily focused on European Equity, whilst also supporting the Senior Client Portfolio Managers focused on Emerging Markets and Thematic Global Equity

Responsabilities
Core Tasks:

1. In cooperation with the portfolio managers, the CPM:

- Contributes to the creation of effective and high-quality marketing material and monitors and keeps the available documentation up-to-date.

- Supports the fund managers and analysts in preparing and updating client presentations, periodic reports, and performance comments.

- Manages communication and sales support related to the investment fund range.

2. He/She:

- Liaises with fund managers, client relationship managers, and marketing teams.

- Acts as the internal point of contact for all inquiries relating to Fundamental Equity Investment strategies.

- Provides the Candriam sales team with in-depth knowledge of the technical aspects of the fund range, investment processes, performance, peer comparisons, etc.

- Works closely with other members of the CPM Equity team and other Candriam departments involved in fund and portfolio management (risk, performance attribution, financial engineering, legal, etc.).

3. He/She has the potential to:

- Further develop as an interface with clients.

- Play an active role in representing the department's expertise by giving presentations and contributing to information and training sessions.

Profile The (Junior) Client Portfolio Manager Fundamental Equity:
- Has a multidisciplinary profile (degree in science, finance, or journalism).
- Demonstrates a deep interest in financial markets and investment management. A first experience in a financial business environment is an advantage.
- Native French and possesses excellent knowledge of both Dutch and English (will be a plus).
- Is a concise and effective writer.
- Masters Office 365 (particularly PowerPoint and Excel) and is capable of creating impactful presentations. Knowledge of Python can be an attractive advantage
- Has an open and commercial mindset.
- Is a team player with a high level of stress tolerance, able to work independently on assignments.

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Position location Job location Europe

City Brussels

Candidate criteria Education 3. Master's Degree I / Bac+4

Minimum level of experience required 2-5 years

Languages

• Dutch (C2 - Mother tongue)
• English (C1 - Fluent)