Portfolio Manager

Overview
Reporting to the Head of Manager Selection & Derivatives, the successful candidate will join the ILIM Alternative Strategies team and contribute to the management of a wide range of strategies across liquid alternatives, hedge funds, real assets, and derivatives-based strategies.
This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is passionate about markets and the investment industry to join the Alternative Investments team as a Portfolio Manager.
This position is ideal for candidates with 5-10 years of experience, either within investment management or another field, and who are looking for a new opportunity to grow and develop their career in a leading asset management company.
If you have a keen desire to deepen your understanding of investing, you will find your learning fast-tracked in this dynamic role.
Team Background
Our team is responsible for third party manager selection across a broad array of strategy types and directly managing ILIM's derivative overlay strategies.
We sit within the wider Multi-Asset team, where alternatives are used to add value to the investment proposition.
What you'll need to be successful in the role
We are looking for an individual who:
Is interested in the investment business
You don't have to have worked specifically in the alternatives area (although that would be an advantage), but you must be able to demonstrate strong personal interest in financial markets and the investment industry.
Is hard working, analytical and quick to learn
You should be comfortable working with data but also in making qualitative assessments.
You should be able to problem solve and demonstrate your thought process.
You will work as part of a team and training will be given, but you must be able to work autonomously and be self-motivated to learn on the job.
Is a great communicator
The role involves communicating with internal & external stakeholders and investment partners on a regular basis.
You should be comfortable working with others to achieve a common goal and be a strong team player.
Has a strong academic and employment track record
It is likely that you hold a 3rd level degree or post graduate qualification in Mathematics, Engineering, Finance, Actuarial, Accountancy or Data Analysis.
We are interested in hearing from people who have an analytical and numerical background coupled with 5-10 years of relevant work experience.
If you are currently pursuing Accounting, Actuarial, CFA or other relevant exams, we will give you support to continue with and complete these studies.
Is ambitious
This role a great opportunity to work with some of the best in their field and learn about an exciting area of investment management.
We want you to go far in your career with us, so if you are ambitious about where a career with ILIM can take you, this could be a great role for you.
Communication and Influencing
Drive for Results
Risk and Control
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Team Working and Cross Functional Collaboration
Fitness & Probity
This role is a 'controlled function' as defined by the Central Bank Reform Act 2010 Regulations 2011.
Any appointment will be conditional on the company being satisfied that the appointee meets the requirements as set out in the Fitness and Probity standards issued by the Central Bank.
This requires the company to complete prescribed due diligence to assess the appointee's fitness and probity.
Further details on this due diligence process are available from ILIM Human Resources.
About us
Irish Life Investment Managers (ILIM), an investment firm authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland, has been part of the Great West Lifeco group of companies since 2013.
The firm manages assets of circa €131bn (as at 31/12/2024) on behalf of a diverse range of institutional clients including pension plans, Investment Advisers, Insurance companies, corporations and charitable foundations, across a broad range of asset classes.
The company reserves the right to draw up a shortlist as part of the selection process.
Where Agency assistance is required the Irish Life Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers.
Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to Irish Life by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.
Irish Life is proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer.
We have created an environment of inclusion and growth to help people achieve their potential, to ensure they can bring their whole selves to work and to feel valued.
We celebrate diversity of thought and perspective and want all of our employees to feel valued, respected and supported.
We have built a culture that promotes equality and inclusion for all of our current and future employees and strive to ensure that our behaviours, processes and practices are aligned to this culture.
If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process please contact and we will be delighted to ensure you are fully supported to be your best.
Irish Life Investment Managers supports Equal Opportunity and is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
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