Working Student Emerging Markets Fixed Income (40-60%)

Ready to take the next step in your career and make your mark in the financial world?

At Vontobel, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. That’s why we’re excited to welcome passionate, ambitious, and curious students for this working student position. Whether you’re fascinated by finance, fixed income and market data analytics this program offers you the chance to collaborate with a dynamic team, receive personalized support, and contribute to projects that matter.

As a working student, you will initially work under the close guidance of senior team members to learn the ropes, quickly progressing to take ownership of key tasks as you grow in confidence and competence.

This role offers a rich learning experience, equipping you with a deep understanding of the front office of an investment management firm and paving the way for a full-time role in the industry.

What would your role be? 

As a working student, you will: 

• Gain front office portfolio management experience in the Emerging Markets Fixed Income Team
• Contribute to the development of technology and analytical tools that support investment decisions and portfolio analysis
• Provide data, insights and analytics across different areas of the investment universe to support Analysts and Portfolio Managers
• Generate content for fund presentations, reporting and marketing initiatives
• Deepen your understanding of financial markets and emerging markets fixed income 

What are we looking for?

• Mindset: Genuine interest in financial markets/fixed income/emerging markets, eager to learn and add value, independent work ethic
• Academic background: Enrolled Master student , preferably with focus on  finance and/or economics).  
• Work experience: First experiences via internships in (investment) banking or asset management, professional exposure to financial markets are preferred.
• Strong IT skills: Solid knowledge of mainstream office applications like Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint. Experience with the Bloomberg Terminal and coding skills are a plus (Python, R, SQL). 
• Team spirit: A collaborative approach and the ability to quickly take ownership of tasks. 
• Languages: Fluency in English (written and verbal).
• Important to know: you need to hold a valid work permit for the location you are applying for.

What do we offer?

• Experienced, diverse team in an international environment.

• Agile environment in how we think, the way we work and our trust for each other.

• Flat hierarchy with collaboration at all levels.

• Collaborative spirit with opportunities to learn and thrive.

We are looking for talented people, not just a CV that ticks all the boxes. Even if you do not have absolutely everything we have asked for, if this role sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. By 2030, we want to be known as one of the leading and most trusted global investment firms. We have 2,300+ engaged professionals, based in 27 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich.

We are both majority family-owned and publicly listed. Our capacity for long-term focus, on topics such as sustainability, is underpinned by the security of the family’s 100-year commitment. Driven by an ownership mindset, you can unlock your potential and translate insights into opportunities. We are hiring talented individuals who are determined to deliver in a changing world and who come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Do you want to be Vontobel?

Thank you for applying to Vontobel. We will carefully review your application and will respond to you in a timely manner.

At Vontobel, we are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

We value the many voices within our teams and are committed to creating an environment where everyone who wants to be part of our performance culture can be themselves. It is based on mutual respect and zero tolerance for any form of discrimination.

If you have any questions you can contact us through our contact form.