Senior Portfolio Manager

World Bank Group•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The World Bank Group Treasury is one of the few places where you can be on the leading edge of finance as it sits at the only nexus of finance, innovation, and international development. We manage the institution's finances to enable all World Bank Group operations and lending. Each year, we issue over $120 billion in bonds, prudently manage around $300 billion in assets, and process over $10 trillion in transactions. The World Bank Group Treasury represents over 50 nationalities, and our leadership team hails from all regions of the world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer. We have a dedicated and committed workforce and do not discriminate based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Requirements

Masters Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics or related field with minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience preferably in asset management.
Excellent knowledge of global fixed income markets.
Strong quantitative, qualitative and credit analytical skills, including familiarity with financial modeling techniques especially in quantitative modeling.
Knowledge of front office operations related to global fixed income, money markets and other financial instruments.
Experience with systems supporting trading activities including processes and controls surrounding the asset management business.
Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in order to foster strategic business partnerships.
Proven capacity to multi-task, deliver results and respond quickly and effectively to requests.
A quick learning ability with strong initiative and drive, as well as attention to detail.
Excellent team player with strong interpersonal skills, and commitment to work in a team-oriented, multi-cultural environment with the highest ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in a second language is a plus.
Deep understanding of other asset classes is desirable.
Professional certification in CFA is a plus.
Experience giving presentations and communicating and interacting with a broad range of audiences is highly desirable.
Familiarity with other languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of investment strategies and portfolio construction for fixed-income portfolios managed by the US Fixed Income Desk, with a focus on U.S. government securities and high-grade credit markets. Ensure alignment with approved investment objectives, risk tolerance, and applicable asset and/or asset-liability management (ALM) frameworks.
Undertake rigorous analysis of macroeconomic developments, monetary policy, interest rate dynamics, and credit markets to inform strategic and tactical asset allocation decisions. Translate market views into portfolio positioning, including duration, yield curve, and sector allocation strategies.
Develop and implement new trading strategies, financial instruments, and quantitative models/tools to enhance portfolio performance, risk management, and operational efficiency, in line with institutional guidelines.
Identify and assess new eligible asset classes, instruments, and counterparties to broaden the investment universe, improve diversification, and enhance risk-adjusted returns, while ensuring compliance with internal policies and risk limits.
Monitor and manage portfolio risks, including interest rate, credit, liquidity, and counterparty risks, ensuring adherence to established risk parameters. Conduct regular performance analysis and attribution, and recommend adjustments as needed.
Support the periodic review of portfolios under management, including the preparation of high-quality analytical materials and presentations for senior management and investment committees. Contribute to the formulation of investment policy recommendations and asset allocation proposals.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and business partners to support client mandate implementation, portfolio adjustments, and ongoing relationship management, ensuring alignment with client objectives and institutional priorities.
Contribute to the efficient execution of transactions in global fixed-income markets, ensuring adherence to best execution practices and maintaining effective relationships with market counterparties.
Lead and participate in technical advisory engagements, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives with official sector asset managers and partner institutions, contributing to capacity building and dissemination of best practices.
Mentor and support junior staff, fostering knowledge transfer, professional development, and a collaborative team environment.
Contribute to Treasury-wide initiatives, including process improvements, analytical enhancements, and strategic projects, as required.
Ensure full compliance with internal policies, guidelines, and control frameworks, maintaining high standards of fiduciary responsibility, transparency, and accountability.