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Job Title: Senior Fixed Income Portfolio Manager: Investment Grade Credit.  

Company:   CS McKee, established in 1931, is a respected institutional investment advisor specializing in managing equity, fixed income, and multi-asset class portfolios. With over $13 billion in assets under management, the firm serves public entities, Taft Hartley, corporations, insurance companies, endowments, and other organizations across more than 35 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Canada. CS McKee prides itself on being client-focused and responsive to individual objectives. The firm is committed to delivering excellence through highly skilled, experienced investment professionals and personalized service.

Job Description:   We are seeking an experienced Fixed Income Portfolio Manager to join our respected fixed income team in a Senior-level position.   The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of investment-grade credit products, a proven portfolio management track record, and the strategic insight necessary to navigate complex market environments. 

Responsibilities:

• Using quantitative and qualitative methods, focus on thorough credit analysis and individual security selection in investment-grade credit, including corporate bonds, taxable municipal, and other investment-grade credit debt instruments
• Exploit inefficiencies in the market, generating consistent alpha and limiting downside risk in long-only portfolios.
• Participate in presentations to current and prospective clients, both virtually and in person.  Travel 10%.
• Monitor and evaluate credit risk, market trends, and economic factors affecting fixed income investments.
• Actively participate in the development and execution of investment strategies for client portfolios, focusing on asset selection, risk management, and return maximization while ensuring compliance with investment policies, regulations, and client objectives.
• Work closely with other senior portfolio managers and analysts to support investment decision-making processes including duration, yield curve, and sector allocation decisions.
• Develop strong relationships with broker-dealers, banks, and counterparties to source investment opportunities and gain insights into market conditions.
• Influence the use of new technologies to facilitate portfolio management processes.
• Attend industry conferences, webinars, and meetings, and remain current on market trends and new investment opportunities.
   
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in fixed income portfolio management/credit analysis
• Proven track record of generating alpha in Investment Grade Fixed Income market
• BS/BA degree required, Master of Business Administration preferred
• CFA Required
• Strong Background in Bloomberg is required.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Microsoft Excel/Microsoft PowerPoint
• SQL, Python and/or some programming experience is preferred
• Electronic Trading Experience (Market Axess, Bloomberg, Tradeweb)
• Charles River OMS familiarity helpful

Compensation:

Base salary with annual competitive performance-based bonus, consummate with experience