First VP, Multi-Asset Portfolio Manager, UOB Asset Management

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices.

Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

About the Department

Established in 1986, UOB Asset Management (UOBAM) is a wholly owned subsidiary of United Overseas Bank. Headquartered in Singapore, UOBAM has grown extensively across Asia with local presence in Brunei, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand and Vietnam. Our network includes UOB Islamic Asset Management in Malaysia and a joint venture with China’s Ping An Trust to form Ping An Fund Management Company. We have also forged a strategic alliance with Wellington Management Singapore.

Our experienced team of more than 90 investment professionals conduct rigorous fundamental research within a proven investment framework to provide our clients with innovative investment solutions. The strength of our team lies in our commitment to investment excellence. Our performance has been recognised by the industry and we have garnered over 340 awards regionally since 1986.

Through our regional network, we offer global investment management expertise to individuals, institutions and corporations. Our comprehensive suite of products ranges from retail unit trusts and exchange-traded funds to customised portfolio management services for institutional clients. A leader in innovation, UOBAM offers a digital option to manage investments with UOBAM Invest robo-adviser, making investing simpler, smarter and safer.

Job Responsibilities

The Multi-Asset Portfolio Manager will be responsible for managing diversified portfolios across asset classes, with a specialisation role on fixed income strategies within the team. This role requires deep expertise in fixed income markets, macroeconomic research and analysis, and cross-asset allocation, aiming to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns in line with client objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize asset allocation across equities, fixed income, currencies, and alternative assets. This includes day-to-day management of client portfolios implementing tactical allocation activities and risk management strategies.
• Initiate and conduct quantitative and qualitative macro-economic research covering global macroeconomic trends, credit markets, FX and interest rate environments to support firm and client portfolio positioning.
• Lead the multi-asset team’s fixed income investment activities and research
• Lead Client Advisory and Management efforts include communicating portfolio performance, positioning, and investment themes.
• Collaborate with internal teams, share market insights, and support the Investment Committee with ad hoc analysis and reporting.
• Support internal and external stakeholders with their customer marketing efforts, training and presentations.
• Mentor and support junior team members as needed.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, economics, quantitative, or related discipline;
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in investment management, with a strong track record in fixed income and good understanding of multi-asset portfolios.
• Advanced knowledge of fixed income analytics, credit analysis, and multi-asset risk models.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and technical skills; proficiency in Bloomberg, Excel, and programming languages such as Python or R is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience managing portfolios across multiple regions and asset classes is required.

Core Competencies

• Deep understanding of macroeconomic drivers and fixed income markets.
• Ability to generate actionable investment ideas and execute them effectively.
• Strong risk management and portfolio construction skills.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to team and organizational goals.
• This position suits an investment professional with a passion for fixed income and multi-asset strategies, seeking to make an impact in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Be a part of UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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