Investment Specialist, Multi Asset Solutions

About UsWellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.About the RoleWellington Solutions manages customized portfolios across multi-asset, fundamental factors and quantitative approaches. The team brings allocators together to provide clients with a platform that integrates customized investment solutions with research. The members of the Team manage multi-asset portfolios, conduct market and manager research, and partner with clients on investment solutions, including strategies to pursue customized risk and alpha objectives. The team also provides bespoke research and advice across various topics such as manager research, asset allocation, policy and risk management.‘The Investment Specialist, Multi Asset Solutions – will work as part of a product coverage team led by an Investment Director. This product team works closely with members of the broader investment team, relationship teams, and business colleagues across the firm to support our clients’ investment needs. The product coverage team has three main objectives:PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETINGContributing to client growth and retention by assessing business opportunities and leading business planning, developing new products and investment solutions, creating the communication strategy for the book of business, including materials that differentiate the product relative to competitors and acting as a subject matter expert and portfolio representative for colleagues, clients and consultants.INVESTMENT INTEGRITY AND RISK MANAGEMENTActing as an independent advisor to ensure the integrity of the investment and risk management processes, as well as consistency with client parameters and objectives, conducting regular product risk and performance attributions reviews, and contributing to formal, investment review group processes.BUSINESS MANAGEMENTContributing to business management, including managing risk, capacity, pricing, and guidelines, leading the resolution of internal business challenges, and collaborating on product management business to share investment integrity, marketing and product development best practices.ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe primary focus of the role is to provide analytical leverage to the team as well as be a point of contact for a variety of internal constituents regarding inquiries about the investment teams and products under coverage. Over time the individual will participate in meetings with clients, prospects and consultants to communicate our investment philosophy, strategy, positioning, and performance.Responsibilities of the ‘Investment Specialist, Multi Asset Solutions’ include performing analyses related to portfolio positioning, performance and risk, market trends, competitive positioning, and pricing. The individual will also contribute to the development of new investment strategies and client solutions, the creation and maintenance of marketing and client materials, review of RFPs, responses to client questions, evaluate product overlap and capacity trends, and prepare white papers and presentation materials that serve to differentiate our portfolios. QUALIFICATIONSThe Investment Specialist role is multi-faceted and requires demonstrated interest in investment topics, a passion for learning, as well as strong analytical skills. A positive, collegial attitude and high level of professionalism are essential, as are creativity, initiative, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with tight deadlines.Key qualifications for this role include:Meaningful relevant industry experience and record of achievement. Experience at an asset manager, sell-side firm, or management consultancy is desirable, but not requiredAn MBA and/or CFA is desirable, but not requiredAdvanced analytical skill including the ability to frame issues, identify important points, and draw conclusionsAttention to detail combined with a solutions-oriented, strategic mindsetSolid judgment, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to take a differentiated perspectiveAbility to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settingsArticulate with an interest in developing presentation skillsAbility to work both independently and in collaboration with a global teamStrong technical skills; mastery of MS Excel and familiarity with Factset are a plus but not essentialAbility to organize, manage, and prioritize time wellGrace under pressure with an ability to adapt and get things doneA global perspective and/or language skills are viewed favorably.And last, but not of least importance, a sense of humor and curiosityLOCATIONThe Investment Specialist, Multi Asset Solutions will be based in Wellington’s Global Headquarters in Boston, MA.Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io Wellington Management, our approach to compensation is designed to help us attract, inspire and retain the best talent in our industry. We strive to pay employees fairly and competitively across all levels and roles. Our approach to compensation considers all aspects of total compensation; all employees are eligible to receive salary, variable compensation, and benefits. The base salary range for this position is:USD 120,000 - 225,000This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; role; skills and experience; certifications; and education. This range is an estimate, and further details on salary and total compensation aspects will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process. Base salary is only one component of Wellington’s total compensation approach. Other rewards may include a discretionary Corporate Bonus and/ or Incentives, if eligible. In addition, we offer a comprehensive and high value benefit package to meet the unique needs of our employees and their families, and we are committed to fostering a flexible work environment that enables employees to thrive personally and professionally. Examples of our benefits include retirement plan, health and wellbeing, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage, health savings account, flexible spending accounts and commuter program, employee assistance program, life and disability insurance, adoption assistance, back-up childcare, tuition/CFA reimbursement and paid time off (leave of absence, paid holidays, volunteer, sick and vacation time)We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.SummaryLocation: Boston, MA, United StatesType: Full time