Associate, Product Strategy Group

PIMCO • New York, NY

76d • $105,000 - $115,000

About The Position

PIMCO is seeking a Product Associate to work in the Emerging Markets Product Strategy team. The core function of the role involves the analysis of complex data and applying those results to make client focused presentations. The Product Associate must build strong internal relationships and partnerships with Portfolio Managers, Account Associates and Account Managers, Business Development and Compliance teams across the firm. This job will be based in New York.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of asset management or wealth management experience
• Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or Accounting preferred
• Well-organized, high-energy level/self-starter; focus on production and results orientation
• Ability to organize and communicate information effectively in writing and interpersonal communications
• Work effectively and professionally with all levels of personnel
• Strong mathematical and quantitative abilities
• Enthusiasm for the financial markets and investment management
• Ability to understand financial concepts (portfolio construction, asset class properties) and talk about them intelligently
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and reasonable proficiency with Business Objects, Bloomberg and other index provider systems preferred
• CFA designation (or active status in program) desired

Responsibilities

• Support Product Strategists in delivering portfolio solutions for clients
• Leverage the effectiveness of the Emerging Markets Product Strategy team so that they can focus on strategy advice and implementation by supervising data/information coordination and analysis
• Perform detailed portfolio research and quantitative analysis with Excel, Bloomberg, and Business Query
• Perform risk management, attribution, market commentary, and other product analysis reports on a weekly/monthly/quarterly basis
• Work with the product strategy team to monitor and manage the project queue to help prioritize opportunities, follow up with AM's to ensure continued connectivity and sustained involvement with clients
• Be an internal resource for client servicing and marketing groups for asset allocation related questions and inquiries
• Maintain marketing materials such as presentation books and other general education materials
• Ad Hoc research projects related to competitors
• Assist in the development of new products and funds

Benefits

• Base salary of $105,000.00 - $115,000.00
• Discretionary bonus based on performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees