Who we are looking for
We are looking for a seasoned investor that is passionate about markets and generating returns to join our growing team of Investment professionals at Amundi Ireland Limited. The role is based in our Dublin Investment hub within the Large Cap European Equity team.
Why this role is important to us
The Large Cap European Equity team manages approx. 13bn AuM and is comprised of 3 portfolio managers and one dedicated analyst in Dublin, and 3 portfolio managers in Paris, headed by Fabio Di Giansante, Head of Large Cap European Equities. The team manages flagship Funds such as Amundi Euroland Equities and Sustainable Top European players and numerous segregated mandates for relevant third party clients. The team has actively developed new products.
This is an exciting time to join a growing and successful team.
What you will be responsible for
Investment
· Manage/Co-manage one or several accounts with the intention of generating relative performance versus various European benchmarks
· Interacting with other team members to identify and implement investment ideas. Adapt ideas & risk to specific strategies
· Produce and share investment cases within the teams
· Constantly improve & rigorously apply shared investment process (risk allocation, Risk Budgeting & portfolio construction)
· Study the relevant markets. Be knowledgeable of all first hand internal research, contributing to research enhancement & coverage by actively engaging with the analysts on their sector of expertise
· Select equities according to valuation framework and risk-return perspective and input from sector analyst
· Make the relevant buy or sell decisions
· Study and use quantitative tools to optimize the portfolio allocation and monitor risk
· Constructs models according to instrument requirements
· Become involved in the entire investment process and portfolio building
· Attend meetings, participate in discussions and decisions both internally (among the European equity team members, among different desks and with our sector analysts) and externally (with company management, analysts, brokers etc.)
· Develop and maintain risk control within the area
· Perform activity in a legal and compliant manner
· Actively collaborate with colleagues across location
Business /Commercial
· Might be involved in activities to support business, product development & sales support
· Support Asset Gathering effort as required
ESG
· Continue to embed ESG into the Investment process
What we value for the role
· Proven track record managing Global/European Sector Portfolios a must
· Professionalism/Integrity/Conduct/Commitment
· Openness to change and to learn continuously
· Client Centric
· Communication/Interpersonal skills
· Strong on idea generation as well as strong ability to recommend stocks
· Bottom up approach with strong sector research experience across European
· Ability to take controlled risks
· Ability to make decisions and take responsibilities for them
· Ability to manage failure and success
· Ability to share/collaborate and work effectively with the wider team
· Ability to influence and propose contrarian markets views
Education & Preferred Qualifications
· Master in Economics, Finance or similar degree. CFA or equivalent an advantage
· Previous experience in a similar position required (min 5 years)
About Amundi
What we do. With close to 5,500 team members, and market experts in 37 countries, Amundi provides retail, institutional and corporate clients with innovative investment strategies and solutions tailored to their needs, targeted outcomes and risk profiles. Amundi manages 2.240 trillion euros of assets across six main investment hubs.
What we offer. We make all efforts to create a great and positive work environment, focusing on retaining, nurturing and rewarding talent. As a member of our team, you will have access to competitive and comprehensive benefits package inclusive of flexible work options, mentorship as well as an opportunity for cross-functional and geographical internal mobility and a range of development programmes to help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social & Societal Responsibility. We pride ourselves in being a responsible and committed financial player. We are keen to develop a responsible, demanding vision of our business, paying rigorous attention to our employees ensuring there is equal opportunity, diversity, inclusion and non-discrimination. Amundi Ireland aim to help provide the tools to help balance your professional and personal life providing access to employee networks, such as our Charity Committee and Mental Health Champions.