About HSBC Deutschland
HSBC Deutschland is part of the HSBC Group, one of the world's leading commercial banks. Our goal at HSBC is to open up a world of opportunities. By becoming part of our team, you can be part of something bigger. Diversity & Inclusion are highly valued, as HSBC connects you with colleagues worldwide and enables you to actively shape your future.
We are looking for employees with personality! Characters who stand up for our common goals and support each other, while simultaneously finding convincing solutions for our customers. If you want to combine seemingly incompatible things at your next employer, we welcome you at HSBC.
Here in Düsseldorf, as a (Junior) Portfolio Manager (m/f/d), you will help to further develop and expand the business of Internationale Kapitalanlagegesellschaft mbH (INKA).
Our subsidiary, Internationale Kapitalanlagegesellschaft mbH (INKA), is one of the leading providers in the administration of special securities funds. INKA bundles services in the middle and back office of fund business and sets new standards with the quality of its services in accounting, reporting, and risk controlling.
Are you a numbers person? Do you have a keen interest in global financial markets? Do you enjoy close exchange with colleagues and clients? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from you!**
Your Role:
As a (Junior) Portfolio Manager (m/f/d) in Fund Advisory Management, you will act for special and retail funds, ensuring a smooth workflow and the optimization of our daily trading activities for multi-asset products.
Your Responsibilities:
- Processing investment ideas and making discretionary investment decisions (including consideration of sustainability risks)
- Execution and settlement of orders in stocks, bonds, derivatives (including OTC derivatives), FX, target funds, certificates, and ETFs for the portfolio management of our retail and special fund mandates
- Analysis, monitoring, and management of trading-related risks associated with order placement, as well as the currently valid investment guidelines
- Exercise, instruction, and placement of capital measures and IPOs
- Active communication with internal and external clients*, brokers*, consultants*, custodians, and other service providers
- Development, implementation, and potential programming of measures for workflow optimization in order management and participation in divisional projects
- Preparation of analyses and reports, including on trading activity and best execution
- Support of internal and external interfaces in all trading and settlement-related questions for funds and mandates
Your Profile:
- You have a completed university degree in economics or a comparable qualification.
- You have initial professional experience in portfolio management, trading of securities, and derivatives, and possibly initial exposure to sustainability (ESG).
- You are interested in global financial markets and enjoy exchanging ideas and communicating with internal and external stakeholders*.
- You have gained initial experience in the use of MTFs (including Bloomberg, TradeWeb, and MarketAxess).
- You have a quick grasp of concepts and very good analytical skills.
- You have very good knowledge of Microsoft Excel for preparing and presenting analytical findings, possess good technical and mathematical understanding, and have initial experience in Python and SQL.
- You present yourself professionally and competently, possess strong communication skills, and work independently and responsibly.
- You are fluent in German and have very good English skills, both written and spoken.
Even if you believe you do not meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage you to apply if you feel this position is right for you.
*For better readability and understanding, we use gender-specific terms. Wherever possible, we strive for gender-neutral phrasing. Please note that all designations are to be understood as gender-neutral and include all genders equally.
Our Benefits
HSBC is not just a great employer; we also offer the following unique and exciting opportunities and benefits:
- Work-life balance: We offer flexible working models such as flexitime, home office, and part-time options.
- Family friendliness: Is it difficult to balance family and career? Not with us! We offer comprehensive childcare options in our company kindergartens, among other things.
- Personal Development: At HSBC, we never stand still. Thanks to HSBC My Career and HSBC University, we offer you the opportunity to continuously develop and acquire future skills. This includes helpful tools for individual career planning.
- Discounts and financial security: Whether it's a company ticket, company bike, canteen subsidy, IT leasing, or discounts from our Corporate Benefits program – save real money! Employees receive a company pension plan and accident insurance. You are entitled to 30 days of vacation plus additional public holidays (Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve).
- Health: We offer a comprehensive range of health services, such as medical check-ups, sabbaticals, a life working time account, a family service, joint sports groups, or mindfulness sessions. Make your choice!
- Internationality: You have the opportunity to work internationally around the globe. For example, you could start your HSBC career in Germany and develop into an international role over time.
- Networking: You can join our Employee Resource Groups, which bring together colleagues with common characteristics and interests.
HSBC has been certified as "Top Employer 2024" in Europe. This recognition from the Top Employers Institute rewards our HR practices and acknowledges HSBC as an HR leader in France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Spain, and Switzerland. HSBC Germany has also been certified as a Top Employer 2024 for Finance by LinkedIn, recognizing our team in Germany as a great place to work in the financial industry.
Being open to different perspectives is crucial – both for our company and for society. At HSBC, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive work environments. Our goal is to break down barriers and design careers at HSBC that are accessible to everyone and allow all individuals to reach their full potential. We value difference!
Should questions arise during the recruitment process or if you need assistance, please contact us. We are happy to help.
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More information on building your career at HSBC can be found at: www.hsbc.com/careers
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