Investment Analyst UK Market
Mercer is seeking candidates for the following position based in Lisbon:
Investment Analyst UK Market
What can you expect?
Mercer is one of the largest and fastest-growing investment solutions entities globally. We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Client Analyst based in Portugal, to join our international Investment Solutions Client Team, which looks after over 600 clients across 25 countries, totalling over $160bn AUM.
You will be supporting a range of predominantly UK clients, with potential exposure to our wider European clients too, including Portuguese clients.There are many names for Investment Solutions around the world, including OCIO, delegated solutions, fiduciary management and implemented consulting, but they all centre on the same thing supporting institutional investors in an effort to meet their goals more efficiently.
In the UK, our investors are predominantly defined benefit pension schemes, but we also work with a growing number of insurers, charities, endowments and foundations.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly successful client team with c.70 colleagues across the UK, Ireland, Lisbon and India. While based from Lisbon alongside the existing Lisbon-based members of our team.
What is in it for you:
Working in one of Mercer's fastest-growing teams, you will have the opportunity to work in an organisation that is at the forefront of the pensions and OCIO industry with a large and varied client base.The opportunity to tailor your career within an Investments business that offers the ability to provide bespoke client solutions across a range of delivery models, advisory or delegated.
Learn from a range of experienced consultants and industry leaders who work closely with all members of the team to upskill, network and generate growth across the business.
Flexible work environment.
A permanent contract and generous benefits package, including pensions plan, health and life insurance.
For the initial 3 months it's required to work from the office. After that, you can opt for the hybrid working model, which allows you to work from home 2 days per week.
We will count on you to:
As a Client Analyst, you will support Client Directors and Managers in delivering service excellence, investment advice and managing projects and ongoing workflow. Topics can vary across performance analysis, strategic asset allocation advice, economic commentaries, document drafting and PowerPoint presentations.While the role requires strong technical / numerical skills, it also requires strong project management and communication skills to bring together all of the elements of Mercers solutions for clients.
You may also be given the opportunity to support one of our specialist teams in areas such as Responsible Investment, Fixed Income or Client Reporting.The client team is the face of our Investment Solutions business, engaging directly with investors. As well as supporting our senior investment consultants/client directors, you will work closely with our wider functions including Strategy, Portfolio Management and Risk and Operations to deliver better outcomes and become a trusted advisor to our clients.
What you need to have:
A good understanding of investment markets and asset classes.Recently graduated from university and have a strong interest in investments, or have 1-2 years experience in an investment or finance related role, with a desire to develop their understanding on the job as well as tackling the CFA or other investment-related exams.
Effective listening skills, strong communication and organisational skills, and a client focus to engage with colleagues and clients.Ability to work within a team environment, share ideas and present persuasive arguments.
Excellent planning and organisational skills in order to prioritise and effectively manage a wide variety of ongoing tasks.
Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercers approximately 25,000 employees are based in 43 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries.Mercer is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the worlds leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, with 85,000 colleagues and annual revenue of over $20 billion. Through its market-leading businesses including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment.
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Marsh and McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
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