06 Aug
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iA Financial Group
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Toronto
06 Aug
iA Financial Group
Toronto
Director, Portfolio Management, Corporate Credit Are you looking to join one of the most dynamic portfolio management teams? Take your career to new heights with our public credit portfolio management team and come work in a high-performing and stimulating environment. This role offers a high degree of decision-making autonomy while operating within a framework of close collaboration with the investment teams.
Actively manage portfolios of corporate and government bonds—primarily investment-grade—on behalf of general funds, taking full responsibility for investment decisions and the portfolios’ risk profiles, while considering the specific constraints of an insurer. Ensure that the portfolios under your responsibility meet client objectives while adhering to their constraints as well as their risk appetite and tolerance. Monitor performance and explain deviations from a benchmark index.
Work closely with portfolio managers and the credit research team Discuss the credit market with other investment teams and represent the team at various internal and external forums Present and defend investment strategies, recommendations, and positioning to internal decision-making bodies, including the investment committee. Propose and implement process improvements. Participate in or lead ad hoc projects related to public corporate bonds on behalf of the general funds What Could Help You Succeed in This Role Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
Master’s degree (a plus). At least 7 years of experience in the fixed-income market, including at least 3 years in bond credit portfolio management. Knowledge of the investment-grade corporate bond market in Canada or the United States, including a solid understanding of major issuers, sectors, and market dynamics.
Understanding of an insurer’s investment environment (a plus) Strong investment judgment and the ability to thrive in an uncertain environment Ability to collaborate effectively with other portfolio managers, research,
and trading teams CFA in progress or completed. Advanced programming skills. Specific knowledge of Python and VBA (a plus).
Proficiency with the Windows environment (particularly Excel). Basic proficiency in French, is a plus as the candidate will be required to interact frequently with colleagues and partners across Canada on a regular basis. Versatile group insurance, competitive retirement plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonuses, discounts on iA products, and more!
Industrial Alliance Investment Management
Inc.
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Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity.
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📌 Director, Portfolio Manager, Corporate Bonds (Toronto)
🏢 iA Financial Group
📍 Toronto