Job Description
Full Time Permanentposition Hybrid role based in our City Centre offices What we offer We have embraced a hybrid working model for most of our positions, which means that you can enjoy a balanced approach of working from home for part of the week and working from the office for the remainder of the week. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salaries and bonuses, robust Learning and Development support, excellent Defined Contribution pension and comprehensive Wellbeing initiatives and support to name but a few. Further details on our benefits package can be accessed here Benefits (life- Role Overview ILIM has an exciting new permanent role for an enthusiastic candidate to work as an Investment Analyst within the Multi-Asset Team. This team is responsible for the development of multi-asset and structured investment solutions for ILIM's Retail and Institutional clients, with direct responsibility for over €20bn in assets. This is a great opportunity to join a fast growing, dynamic multi-disciplined team and contribute to the management of Ireland's largest multi-asset funds. This position is ideal for candidates with 1-3 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. At ILIM, we are proud of our culture of developing and supporting the growth and professional development of our people. The focus has resultedin a team of top talent with high standards, positioning us at the forefront of our industry. Team Background Irish Life is one of Ireland's largest financial institutions with a presence across a range of financial services markets serving over 1.3 million people. For over 80 years, we've helped people in Ireland embrace change and build better financial futures through innovative products and a dedication to customer care. Irish Life Investment Managers (ILIM) is the investment management company within the Great West Lifeco, managing assets of circa €100bn and provides fund management services to a large domestic and multi-national client base. We provide investment products to both institutional and retail clients, offering a full range of indexed, active and multi-asset fund management products. We're on a mission to build a better future for everyone, so we're always on the lookout for talented, motivated people who can bring fresh perspectives and life experiences to our teams. We're a customer-focused company but we take care of our employees first. We want our people to live happy, healthy lifestyles and grow to reach their full potential. That's why we offer a range of perks and benefits, from learning and development opportunities to health and well-being programmes to great on-site facilities. We offer a dynamic, sociable and collegiate working environment with a strong work-life balance. More specific responsibilities will include Analysing and providing commentary on fund performance across our multi asset funds Developing and using a range of qualitative and quantitative fund management techniques to develop customised investment solutions for our clients Applying top-down investment insights to multi-asset class portfolios in collaboration with single asset class specialists Contributing to idea generation across equities, fixed income, currencies and alternatives Supporting the on-going product development agenda within the team Interacting with client and sales teams to support business development opportunities Developing and maintaining relationships across ILIM and the Irish Life Group Maintaining and enhancing a number of proprietary quantitative tools used to assist our investment decisions What you will need to be successful in the role 1 - 3 years' experience (investment experience not essential) An interest in investment markets and the investment industry A strong academic record, preferably in a quantitative field such as finance, economics, computer science, physics or similar Desire to undertake (or currently undertaking) the CFA or a similar professional qualification (this will be supported in line with the company's educational support policy) Analytical and quick to learn Hardworking with a drive for achieving results A good problem solver, who can demonstrate their thinking process A great communicator Collaborative with ability to work both as part of a team and independently Ambitious and inquisitive with a strong attention to detail Prior experience with Python, R or MATLAB would be advantageous 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 €110bn 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 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. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Apply button below to Login/Register.