Bank J. Safra Sarasin Ltd is a leading sustainable private bank, offering all the advantages of the Swiss banking environment together with dynamic and personalised advisory services focusing on opportunities in international financial markets. The Bank provides a high level of services and expertise when acting as investor advisor and asset manager for private and institutional clients. Financial strength, excellent client services and outstanding quality are therefore key elements of its corporate philosophy.J. Safra Sarasin’s most valuable capital is its employees. They are essential to the success of the organisation, now and in the future. Their technical expertise, professional qualifications and social skills are highly valued by the Group’s clients, management and business partners. The success of J. Safra Sarasin depends on the enthusiasm and commitment of every one of its employees worldwide.Business UnitFixed Income Core & SystematicFunction/PositionAsset Manager Fixed IncomeLocationBaselFunction/Position objectivesAs a member of the Fixed Income Core & Systematic Team, the successful candidate will be holistically responsible for managing Fixed Income Portfolios.Responsibilities
The Asset Manager will be in charge of portfolio construction and implementation of strategic decisions
Performance reporting and monitoring portfolio management strategy
Creation of monthly, quarterly and annual reportings
Analysis of Fixed Income and FX markets; active participation at the weekly investment meeting
Supporting the team with his/her knowledge and experience in credit and corporate analyses
Assistance at the creation of investment proposals
Daily management of cash/liquidity- and FX transactions
Profiles
At least a Master’s university degree in a relevant field and/or education in business or finance. Higher financial education (CFA/AZEK) would be advantageous
At least 3 years of working experience as an investment professional
Strong prioritization and organization skills are essential.
Project management experience.
Creativity, entrepreneurship and 'hands-on' mentality
Smart, team player, willing to support the team
MS Office and Bloomberg skills are required; programming skills are advantageous
Excellent writing skills in English and German and very good communication and presentation skills
