Portfolio Manager/Research (Fixed Income)

Employer:           DWS Group

Title:                    Portfolio Manager/Research (Fixed Income)

Corporate Title: VP

Location:             Hong Kong SAR

Job Code:            #LI-ZL1 #LI-03

About DWS:

Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.

Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment.

We’re looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. That’s why we are ‘Investors for a new now’.

As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients’ financial future. And in return, we’ll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry’s greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.

This is your chance to invest in your future.

Read more about DWS and who we are here.

Team/ Division Overview

The Investment Division (Fixed Income) has the fiduciary responsibilities to manage fixed income assets within established investment policy guidelines. The team invest client/fund assets, oversee the investment strategy and direct all trades of the relevant portfolio within fixed income, and ensure that the delivery of Portfolio commitments adheres to the appropriate governance guidelines, including any regulatory/legal restrictions that may impact the portfolio. They make decisions about investment mix and policy, matching investments to objectives, asset allocation for individuals and institutions and balancing risk against performance, based on a deep understanding of market developments, financial and economic trends. They participate in research meetings and client meetings as required, in support of asset management responsibilities.

Role Details

As a Portfolio Manager / Research you will be responsible for:

• Assist Lead Portfolio Managers in managing Asian fixed income portfolios and client mandates.
• Perform fundamental credit analysis of corporate and sovereign issuers with periodic review.
• Publish internal credit research of corporate and sovereign issuers on the DWS research platform on a timely basis.
• Perform macro economic analysis for Asian economies.
• Generate investment ideas, and co-ordinate with other divisions within DWS investment platform for managing fixed income portfolios.
• Conduct company due diligence, build company financial and factor models, conduct research meetings, and participate in client meetings as required in support of asset management responsibilities.
• Clearly communicate investment thesis for Asian fixed income to internal and external stakeholders as necessary.
• Assist in preparing and updating marketing materials for client’s meeting.
• Enhance, adapt, and execute personal and team processes to maintain performance edge as markets evolve.

We are looking for 

• Roughly 7+ years’ experience required in portfolio management, trading or research in Asian fixed income market with a demonstrated passion for investing.
• Degree in Finance/Economics/Accounting
• Experience in either buy-side or sell-side credit research (IG & HY) highly preferred.
• CFA progression would be desirable but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and other quantitative data analysis methodologies is desirable.
• Strong command of fundamental and economic analysis

What we’ll offer you:

At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded. At DWS you’ll have access to a range of benefits including, but not limited, to the below:

• A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days
• Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits
• Access to best in class trainings, in role development and career progression opportunities

If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let them know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview, or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and our recruitment team will discuss options with you.

We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.