Client Solutions & Analytics: Solutions Strategist - London

Job description

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients’ capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world’s largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns. Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients. Job Description We are seeking a Solutions Strategist to join our Client Solutions & Analytics (CS&A) team in London. Our team brings to bear PIMCO’s intellectual capital, resources and proprietary infrastructure to help our clients make better investment decisions. Team Overview Founded in 2009 as one of the industry’s first dedicated “Solutions” groups, we are a client-facing team partnering with a diverse range of clients across geographies and channels. The team focuses on generating actionable investment insights across several analytical lenses, including portfolio diagnostics, portfolio optimisations, and asset-liability modelling. We also develop macro-aware perspectives and cross-asset thought leadership. Insights are delivered through customised analysis and written research, supporting client discussions and informing strategic investment decisions. Responsibilities You will partner with the Account Management teams to directly engage with clients, understand their investment objectives and design solutions to meet their needs. The role requires a solid understanding of all major asset classes and how they interact in a portfolio. A part of the role will involve designing investment solutions for institutional clients, particularly pension schemes. However, the remit of the role will be larger and will evolve over time, based on the candidate’s background and broader business needs. The key mandates can be summarised as follows: Leverage PIMCO’s investment management capabilities to advise clients: deploy PIMCO’s technology, views and intellectual capital to help clients and prospects (e.g. CIOs, CEOs, Boards, Investment teams, Investment consultants, etc) with the macro issues of investment management, such as asset allocation and risk management Partner with Account Management teams to develop and directly present to clients / prospects customised portfolio analyses, in order to propose actionable fixed income, multi-asset and hedging solutions, across public and private markets For Defined Benefit pension schemes, incorporate liability-aware considerations into asset allocation, including LDI and CDI strategies, to align portfolios with liabilities, cashflow needs, and long-term objectives. Become a trusted investment advisor to help PIMCO further enhance the servicing of its clients, and support business development initiatives Generate industry-leading thought leadership, leveraging CS&A’s infrastructure and asset allocation expertise Utilise AI-enabled tools to streamline processes, enhance insights, and support the more efficient and scalable delivery of client analyses Requirements 5–10 years of relevant experience in asset management, investment consulting, or banking. Preference for candidates with a background in multi-asset or LDI strategies, coming from a portfolio management role, an asset manager’s solutions team, or investment consultancies. Degree in finance, economics, financial mathematics, statistics or engineering preferred. Advanced degree (MBA or Master) beneficial but not strictly required Knowledge of the Defined Benefit Pension Schemes landscape is highly desirable, particularly in the UK, Germany and the Netherlands. Knowledge of LDI and CDI investments is highly desirable Very robust quantitative and analytical skills, modelling and advanced excel skills are required. Proficiency in one of the following is desirable: Python, Matlab, SQL Excellent interpersonal skills and business insight, ability to articulate ideas/strategies clearly, both verbally and in writing Language skills: fluent English, and ideally another European language (preferably Dutch, French or German) Passion for financial markets, macroeconomics and investment management Proven general investment knowledge across an array of asset classes, especially fixed income and alternatives Strong results orientation and an ability to run multiple agendas concurrently Proactive, well-organised, high-energy self-starter who works well in a team environment Ability to tackle sophisticated problems efficiently to a tight-deadline in a fast-paced professional environment Ability to work professionally with all levels of personnel both internally and externally Familiarity and adoption of AI tools as part of day-to-day workflow Actuarial certifications desirable CFA, CAIA or FRM designations preferred Benefits PIMCO is committed to offering a comprehensive portfolio of employee benefits designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Benefits vary by location but may include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance and travel coverage Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, parental leave and support, employee assistance plan, commuter benefits, health club discounts, and educational/CFA certification reimbursement programs Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws. Applicants with Disabilities PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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