Associate Client Portfolio Manager

American Century Investments • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Associate Client Portfolio Manager – Fixed Income is to provide investment product expertise across American Century Investments’ Fixed Income strategies. This role serves as a key representative of the Fixed Income investment team in meetings, conference calls, and seminars with clients, consultants, and prospects. The individual will work extensively with American Century’s Fixed Income products, including our well-established suite of taxable and non-taxable offerings, as well as exciting new strategies including non-traditional ABS, systematic credit and multi-sector ETFs. This hybrid position will be based out of our New York, NY office. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field.
• MBA preferred.
• CFA and/or CAIA designation strongly desired.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Fixed Income investment management or sales.
• Proven experience in investment communications, product management, or client portfolio management within Fixed Income.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex investment concepts into client-friendly language.

Nice To Haves

• Deep understanding of Fixed Income markets, instruments, and portfolio construction techniques.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic coverage model and manage multiple product lines.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on franchise development and product positioning.
• Experience developing thought leadership content and delivering it across multiple channels.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate deep knowledge of American Century’s Fixed Income products, philosophy, and process.
• Effectively communicate investment strategy, performance attribution, and market insights across macroeconomic, credit, and interest rate environments.
• Analyze macroeconomic indicators, yield curves, credit spreads, and sector trends.
• Deliver persuasive presentations to institutional and intermediary clients, prospects, and consultants.
• Act as the technical expert for Fixed Income strategies in new business pitches, investment reviews, product launches, and conference calls.
• Conduct investment training sessions for sales and marketing teams, focusing on Fixed Income strategy positioning and market dynamics.
• Create and maintain high-quality presentation materials tailored to Fixed Income strategies.
• Support RFP responses related to Fixed Income strategies and ensure accurate product positioning.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with bonus plan
• Generous PTO and competitive benefits
• 401k with 5% company match plus annual performance-based discretionary contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, formal mentorship program, live and online learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree