Portfolio Implementation Specialist, Global Trading

Købanhavn K, DK, 1402

Job ID: 24975
Are you ready to be part of a team that enable our portfolio managers to deliver returns and be an integral part of the investment process? We are now looking for an enthusiastic and skilled team member to join our Global Trading team, aiding in the development and operation of our business. Nordea Asset Management (NAM) is the centre of investment management in the Nordea Group and in the Asset & Wealth Management division. NAM is the largest asset manager in the Nordics with the vision of being a leading European Asset Manager. We want to do this by delivering returns with responsibility. We meet customer demands and guide our customers in the right direction in asset selection while ensuring prudent ESG practices. NAM has around 900 employees and more than 475 Nordic and international institutional clients. About this opportunity
Welcome to the Global Trading Team. The role is anchored in the Implementation team that serves as the crucial link between portfolio managers and trading desks, responsible for order generation for more than 450 funds and mandates where we ensure that our customer's investments are accurately placed in our various investment strategies. This role provides a unique opportunity for someone looking to enter the field of asset management and trading, and to interact with diverse professionals across our trading unit and other parts of Nordea Asset Management. You will become an integrated part of our team and get to learn and develop your skills within portfolio construction, trading and capital markets. What you’ll be doing:

• Manage daily portfolio activities including flow management and implementing portfolio manager’s investment decisions
• Oversee and control portfolio dispersions to ensure optimal performance
• Handle pre- and post-trade controls to ensure compliance
• Collaborate with portfolio managers, Back Office and Middle Office to facilitate smooth operations
• Assist in the development of new areas within the Trading unit
• Participate in various project-related tasks including analysis, data extraction, system testing, statistics and administrative services

You will be joining a team of six skilled and passionate colleagues who thrive in a trusting, informal and open atmosphere. The role is based in Copenhagen.

Who you are
Collaboration. Ownership. Passion. Courage. These are the values that guide us in being at our best - and that we imagine you share with us. Your professional profile and background:

• You have work experience and/or education within economy, finance, engineering, information technology or a similar field
• You are proficient in English, both written and spoken.
• Possess great analytical and technical skills

To do well in this role, we believe that you:

• Have a keen interest in the financial industry
• Thrive in a fast-changing environment and can adapt to new ways of working
• Are willing to learn SQL, Python or similar
• Perform well under time-sensitive situations and tight deadlines
• Are diligent and have great attention to detail, creativity and a quick learning ability
• Possess good communication skills

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the bullets as we are searching for diverse candidates with different experiences and skillsets.

If this sounds like you, get in touch!

Next steps Submit your application no later than 31/07/2024. For more information, you’re welcome to contact Kamilla Müller at [email protected]. At Nordea, we know that an inclusive workplace is a sustainable workplace. We deeply believe that our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better at serving customers and communities. So please come as you are.

Please be aware that any applications or CVs coming through email or direct messages will not be accepted or considered.

If you are an external consultant interested in this role and wish to apply please contact the hiring people leader for separate instruction on how to apply.