Junior Investment Analyst (Hybrid - m / f / x / d)

About the Role

In this Junior Investment Analyst role, you will contribute to key investment initiatives, support ongoing investment processes and prepare / coordinate management-information materials alongside our investment activity. This role also supports cross-department projects and initiatives; ., related to new technology applications, responsible investing, and new asset class allocations.

Key responsibilities include :

I. Fixed-income portfolio monitoring

Track and analyze portfolio performance

Evaluate and monitor risk exposures within portfolios

Assist in the portfolio oversight and management

Coordinate processes such as external manager reviews

II. Collaboration

Build productive relationships with external managers and third-party data providers to facilitate independent completion of responsibilities

Work closely with colleagues to contribute to investment strategies

Participate in regular investment committee preparation work and meetings

Prepare essential materials and analysis for Swiss Re's business units and affiliates

III. Security and market analysis

Analyze the opportunity set, including corporates, municipals, and securitized credit.

Conduct in-depth credit and relative-value analysis when needed

Monitor and interpret macroeconomic factors that could affect portfolios

About the Team

As the AM division we are investing the assets generated from our core insurance and reinsurance business. We drive sustainable performance by following a long-term oriented investment approach and focus on a high-quality investment portfolio. As a diverse team of investment professionals, we ensure a strong contribution to Swiss Re's financial performance. In addition, we also support the company's thought leadership on long-term and responsible investing themes, and act as a "Centre of Excellence" for financial market expertise.

The Public Fixed Income Team's investments, which constitute the largest proportion of Swiss Re's investment portfolio, are selected and traded by external managers. However, the team is a very active partner with those managers. We also support the company's thought leadership on long-term and responsible investing themes, and act as a "Center of Excellence" for financial-markets expertise.

You will be working with high-potential employees in close interaction with other financial market professionals from the various investment teams, while reporting to the Head Public Fixed Income Europe & Asia.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

About You

You bring strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to apply concepts to financial markets in a rigorous and timely manner. Your solid communication and interpersonal skills make you a team player willing to contribute actively to the overall team objectives.

• Successfully completed university degree, preferably in economics, finance or science. CFA qualification is a plus but not mandatory.
• 1y to 2y relevant work experience in credit analysis, investment research, risk or closely related roles within the financial industry.
• Solid understanding of the parameters surrounding insurance investing is a plus but not mandatory.
• Well-organized and structured approach to problem solving and able to maintain high quality output even under time pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and programming. Bloomberg skills are a plus.
• A cover letter explaining the motivation for your candidacy is a plus.

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and / or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

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