Aegon AM NextGen Fixed Income Management Program Intern

Job Description Summary

Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM) is a leading global investor. Our 350 investment professionals manage and advise on assets of US $384 billion for a global client base of pension plans, public funds, insurance companies, banks, wealth managers, family offices and foundations.

We organize our firm around four investment platforms: fixed income, real assets, equities and multi-asset & solutions, which includes a fiduciary and multi-manager business. Each investment platform has dedicated teams with deep asset-class expertise, organized globally and committed to maximizing client benefit from their specialist areas.

We are an international business: Our 1,125 employees work from 14 locations across Europe, the Americas and Asia. We share a common belief in fundamental, research-driven active management, underpinned by effective risk management and a commitment to responsible investment.

Job Description

The Opportunity:

Are you curious, driven and ready to shape your future in Investment Management? At Aegon AM, our NextGen Fixed Income Management Program is your opportunity to build a strong foundation and grow into a well-rounded asset management professional. 

Through hands‑on experience, exposure to different areas of the business and close collaboration with industry experts, you’ll develop the skills, insight and confidence to thrive in a fast‑moving environment. From day one, you’ll make a real contribution to our ambition of becoming a leading asset manager, whilst building a career you can truly be proud of.  

Our NextGen Fixed Income Management Program is a unique opportunity designed to develop the next generation of all-round specialists. Over the course of two years, you will gain experience through multiple rotations. When graduating from the program, the knowledge and network you will build during the program will help you decide in what role you’d like to continue within your career.  

This role provides: 

• Diverse Rotations:  You will develop valuable experience and investment knowledge as you rotate through several departments. Your rotation selections are determined based on your interests as well as business needs.  

• Comprehensive Training:  Benefit from structured training programs that cover essential topics and advanced concepts in asset management. Not only will you focus on behavioral skills such as personal branding and relationship management, but also technical skills such as AI and Excel.  

• Capstone Projects:  Work on real-world projects that will challenge you and enhance your practical investment skills. 

• Mentorship and Support:  Receive guidance from experienced professionals who are dedicated to your growth and success. 

What will you be doing? 

Rotations, Learning & Support:

• Participate in structured rotations across teams like Portfolio Management, Marketing, Research, Compliance, Operations and Risk as part of the two-year program. 

• Receive guidance and coaching from rotation managers, business mentors and dedicated buddies in each rotation. 

• Benefit from regular feedback, check-ins and HR support throughout the program. 

• Specific responsibilities will vary by rotation and may include:

Research:

• Develop quantitative and analytical skills as it relates to investments.  

• You will be given the opportunity to develop your research skills through formal and informal training as well as coverage of a small universe of companies. 

• Participate in project-based work aimed at enhancing research processes and analytical frameworks. 

• Interact closely with senior analysts, portfolio managers and other members of the investment team to support research activities. 

Portfolio Management:

• Gain exposure to Leveraged Loans, High Yield, Private Equity and/or Distressed Debt from a portfolio management perspective. 

• Build knowledge on financial modelling on companies and sectors. 

• Work with portfolio managers in analyzing and evaluating portfolio positioning, relative value trading and valuation. 

• An opportunity of an assignment covering a company going through restructuring situation. 

• Monitor market developments to help identify potential investment opportunities. 

• Develop an understanding of the market and study potential investment opportunities.  

Marketing:

• Support the firm’s marketing activities. 

• Collaborate with portfolio managers and sales teams to create marketing literature such as presentations, web content, thought pieces, positioning documents, brochures, fact sheet, commentaries and press releases. 

• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of sales campaigns for institutional and intermediary audiences. 

• Support digital marketing activities, including social media posts, website content, and mass emails.   

• Work with teams across the company to draft and update RFP/DDQ content and participate in media relations efforts. 

We’d love to hear from you if you posses:  

• A Bachelor’s degree (or soon will), preferably in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, Mathematics, Accounting or related field. 

• A demonstrated affinity with Investments, Finance, Operations and want to pursue a career in these areas.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data in reports and written analysis.

• A can-do mindset, takes initiative and have the ability to build relationships and work with colleagues across different divisions.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• A strong team orientation and willingness to support colleagues.

• Have an understanding of data and research tools (including Bloomberg).

**Please note that the compensation information that follows is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to applicable pay transparency and compensation posting laws. It is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid in certain Company locations.**

The salary for this position generally ranges between $62,000 - $70,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, the position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan / Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. 

Compensation Benefits:

• Competitive Pay 

• Bonus for Eligible Employees 

Benefits Package:

• Pension Plan 

• 401k Match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Disability Insurance

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Discounts

• Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits:

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

• Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

• Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars 

• Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program

• College Coach Program

• Back-Up Care Program

• PTO for Volunteer Hours

• Employee Matching Gifts Program

• Employee Resource Groups

• Inclusion and Diversity Programs

• Employee Recognition Program

• Referral Bonus Programs

Ready to take the next step?  

If you think you have what it takes to join our NextGen Fixed Income Management Program, we’d love to hear from you.  Simply submit your resume and cover letter and take the first step towards an exciting future with us. 

We serve a diverse, ever-changing world. It's tough, but we work tirelessly to leave things better than we find them.  If that sounds like the sort of place you'd like to work, hit the "Apply" button. 

Job and compensation levels depend upon an applicant’s qualifications including the extent of candidate’s relevant experience and other job-related factors and will be determined by hiring supervisors/managers and HR.

At Aegon Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than a global Asset Management firm – we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes, comes from embracing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences. 

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Why Work for Us

At Aegon Asset Management, we invest in You.

Our people are our greatest asset; with a competitive rewards program including incentive compensation, health and wellness benefits, retirement programs, and learning and development opportunities, our employees are engaged and empowered.  Come be a part of driving our success!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC, is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of age, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, race, color, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, participation in the uniformed services (e.g. U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard), physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local equal employment opportunities laws.

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