Portfolio & Insurance Investment Manager

What it's about

The Portfolio Management business unit is responsible for the strategic steering and portfolio management of the private market investment mandates of Partners Group. The group furthermore supports the acquisition & retention of institutional clients and distribution partners with an emphasis on segregated accounts, semi-liquid private market solutions and new product initiatives.

We are now looking to add a Portfolio & Insurance Investment Manager to our growing practice, based in Zug, Switzerland. You will be part of the Portfolio Management team and have the following responsibilities:

Portfolio Management:

• Portfolio implementation of private markets mandates and semi-liquid programs
• Create bespoke portfolio proposals for existing and new clients, focusing on strategic asset allocation, investment returns/risk and cash flow modelling
• Together with senior portfolio managers and client sales professionals, support with client acquisition and retention
• Point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on portfolio construction, relative value across private markets and efficient use of capital across the firm's program range
• Initiation and implementation of global portfolio management initiatives, contributing to the development of innovative & bespoke private market offerings

Insurance Investment Management:

• Analyze and model life insurance liabilities to inform investment decisions and optimize capital efficiency
• Support the development of investment strategies that align with risk appetite, liability profiles, and regulatory constraints
• Collaborate with investment and finance teams to develop and maintain asset-liability matching (ALM) strategies for life insurance portfolios
• Develop and maintain stochastic models to assess risk exposures and support economic capital and embedded value analysis
• Monitor and report on investment performance, interest rate risk, credit risk, and market risk from an actuarial perspective

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What we expect

• Top academic credentials (MSc/MBA preferred), coursework emphasis on Business Strategy, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, and/or Actuarial Science will be prioritized
• Professional qualification (e.g. CFA, CAIA, FIA, FSA) desirable but not a requirement
• 6-9 years' work experience in private markets/private equity investments, portfolio construction in multi-asset contexts, and/or insurance investment management with liability modeling experience
• Understanding of private market investing styles, portfolio construction principles, asset-liability matching strategies, and insurance liability modeling
• Experience with stochastic modeling, risk assessment, and regulatory frameworks in insurance contexts
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and risk management tools
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English with ability to present complex investment and actuarial concepts
• Strong work ethic with a desire to learn and succeed in both portfolio management and insurance investment domains

What we offer

Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:

• Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses that reward your achievements
• Professional, international working environment with global exposure
• Challenging, rewarding career opportunities within our expanding company
• Collaborative culture with hands-on training and dedicated mentorship programs
• PG Academy - our dedicated learning and development platform for continuous growth
• One-month sabbatical after every five years of service to recharge and explore
• State-of-the-art building featuring diverse dining options in our on-site restaurant
• Daily lunch allowance to fuel your success
• Complimentary gym access and fitness classes to maintain your work-life balance
• Engaging office events, team activities, and volunteer opportunities to connect with and help our local communities