Job Classification:

Investment Management - Investments

A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.

We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers! 

If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.

At PGIM, You Can!

What you will do

PGIM Fixed Income Portfolio Specialists are investment professionals that specialize in a fixed income sector. They are recognized internally and externally as experts in their area. Portfolio Specialists use their highly specialized knowledge of financial markets and client demand across institutional and retail channels to lead business opportunities within their sector or investment style., Furthermore they are responsible for representing their firm investment capabilities to clients, consultants and prospects.

For this position candidates should demonstrate a mastery of fixed income markets and experience in the management or oversight of multi-sector portfolios.  Importantly, this role will sit with and be part of the multi-sector investment team while reporting to the head of the Product Specialist group.   

It is imperative that a candidate be able to clearly articulate investment strategy, performance/attribution, positioning as well as outlook to both external as well as internal stakeholders.

What you can expect

Develop a deep understanding of PGIM’s multi-sector offerings as well as develop and execute the desks communications to both retail and institutional clients and prospects. 

To do this effectively, the successful candidate will be the subject matter expert within multi-sector fixed income and should be able to clearly communicate our capabilities, competitive advantages, process, performance history, market views, risk management, portfolio construction/positioning and outlook.  This will be done both virtually as well as in person through multiple channels such as:

• Portfolio reviews

• Product pitches 

• Roadshows/conferences

• Market updates and outlooks 

• Educational presentations

• Written responses to client/prospect inquiries 

• Product expertise for marketing materials including slides and RFPs 

While the degree will vary based on the candidate and their experience, a successful candidate will provide market views, participate in investment strategy meetings and contribute to the overall investment process.  

This role will need to proactively deliver market and investment expertise/content to the relationship management, consultant relations and sales teams as well as educate them on how to best position and communicate our multi-sector offerings.  This will be done primarily through:

• Ensuring proper/effective follow-up with clients and prospects.

• Support marketing campaigns.

• Initiate and write thought pieces/outlooks.

• Deliver timely views on market events to the above-mentioned teams.

• Lead internal educational meetings with the above-mentioned teams.

Additionally, the role will collaborate with the product development team and marketing regarding new/existing offerings, competitive analysis and continue to help enhance RFP responses, marketing material and reports.  

Travel both domestically and internationally is required and while it will vary based on demand, expect travel to be 20-40%.  

What you will bring

• 7+ years of fixed income experience, preferably on the buy-side and a strong knowledge of core and core-plus and other multi sector strategies.  

• Must have market experience and not only client experience.

• Prior experience as a risk-taker or in the oversight of risk-takers is essential.  Relevant roles include, but are not limited to: Portfolio Managers, Research, Sell-side sales, Allocators/Investors, Junior Portfolio Managers, Consultants, and Analysts.

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written - candidates must clearly and effectively communicate complex strategies to highly sophisticated as well as more hands-off allocators.  

• Proactive self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, ability to adapt and a positive attitude.  

• High level of organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work according to business needs.

• Ability to forge trusting relationships both externally as well as internally. 

• BA/BS degree required (MBA, MS and/or CFA are pluses)

*PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don’t meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The base salary range for this role is from $175,000 to $225,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.

About PGIM Fixed Income

PGIM Fixed Income is a global asset manager offering active solutions across all fixed income markets. With approximately 1000 employees and $859Bn assets under management, the company has offices in Newark, London, Letterkenny, Amsterdam, Munich, Zurich, Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Our business climate is a safe inclusive environment, centered around mutual respect, intellectual honesty, transparency, and teamwork. Our leaders are focused on talent & culture; dedicated to fostering growth & development at all levels to develop the industry leaders of tomorrow.  

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What we offer you:

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.