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European Sustainable Equity Portfolio Manager

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Amundi

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Banking & Finance
  • Dublin
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AI generated summary

  • You should have 5+ years in European equities, strong ESG knowledge, a relevant degree, and be a team player. CFA designation is a plus.
  • You will manage a European equity income ESG fund, engaging in research, making buy/sell decisions, optimizing portfolios, collaborating on communication, and ensuring legal compliance.

Requirements

  • Portfolio manager with proven experience in European Equities, with objective of running/co-running one of the strategies in the Equity Solution Team while bringing a strong background on active management as well as strong ESG knowledge and ESG integration effort.
  • The candidate will need to be a passionate team player, and open to actively engage with Equity solution's team members, the wider business line and other divisions in Amundi.
  • Educational background: (relevant degree at B.Sc or M.Sc. level)
  • Experience required: minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
  • CFA designation would be a plus

Responsibilities

  • Portfolio management role on Amundi Funds European Equity Income ESG fund
  • Joining the Equity Solution team, with strong equity background, and ability to combine macroeconomic and ESG criteria into the bottom-up investment process
  • Actively share investment ideas, research, market views etc. with colleagues, contribute to the team internal Investment case database
  • Select equities according to valuation framework, risk-return perspective and input from sector analyst
  • Actively engage in the discussion and the decision process, both internally (within the business line and within Amundi) and externally (with companies, analysts, specialists…)
  • Make the relevant buy or sell decisions
  • Produce and share investment cases
  • Study and use quantitative tools to optimize the portfolio allocation and monitor risk
  • Develop and maintain risk control within the area
  • Collaborate with communication and marketing, both internal and external, to support asset-gathering effort as required
  • Perform activity in a legal and compliant manner

FAQs

What is the key responsibility of the European Sustainable Equity Portfolio Manager?

The key responsibility includes managing the Amundi Funds European Equity Income ESG fund and combining macroeconomic and ESG criteria into the bottom-up investment process.

What qualifications are preferred for this role?

A relevant degree at B.Sc or M.Sc. level is preferred, along with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role. A CFA designation would be a plus.

Is teamwork emphasized in this position?

Yes, teamwork is highly valued, as the role requires collaboration with colleagues within the Equity Solution team and across different divisions in Amundi.

What types of clients does the Equity Solutions team target?

The Equity Solutions team targets both retail and institutional clients.

How important is ESG knowledge for this role?

ESG knowledge is critical, as the role requires a strong background in ESG integration and investment processes that prioritize ESG criteria.

What kind of environment does Amundi aim to create for its employees?

Amundi strives to create a great and positive work environment, focusing on retaining, nurturing, and rewarding talent, along with providing access to comprehensive benefits.

Are there opportunities for professional development within the company?

Yes, Amundi offers a range of development programs to help employees reach their full potential and opportunities for cross-functional and geographical internal mobility.

Does Amundi value inclusion and diversity?

Yes, Amundi prides itself on being a responsible financial player and is committed to equal opportunity, diversity, inclusion, and non-discrimination in the workplace.

How does the role contribute to the investment decision process?

The role involves actively engaging in discussions and decision processes, making buy or sell decisions, and producing and sharing investment cases.

What is the size of the team the European Sustainable Equity Portfolio Manager will be part of?

The Portfolio Manager will be part of a team of seven people within the Equity Solutions team.

Trust must be earned

Finance
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2010
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Amundi, the leading European asset manager, ranking among the top 10 global players* , offers its 100 million clients - retail, institutional and corporate - a complete range of savings and investment solutions in active and passive management, in traditional or real assets. This offering is enhanced with IT tools and services to cover the entire savings value chain. A subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole group and listed on the stock exchange, Amundi currently manages more than €1.9 trillion of assets**. With its six international investment hubs***, financial and extra-financial research capabilities and long-standing commitment to responsible investment, Amundi is a key player in the asset management landscape. Amundi clients benefit from the expertise and advice of 5,400 employees in 35 countries. Amundi, a trusted partner, working every day in the interest of its clients and society * Source: IPE “Top 500 Asset Managers” published in June 2022, based on assets under management as at 31/12/2021 ** Amundi data as at 31/12/2022 *** Boston, Dublin, London, Milan, Paris and Tokyo