Portfolio Manager, Commodities

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients’ capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world’s largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.

Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking.  We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.

We are seeking a PM / Analyst to join our Commodities desk and specialize in US or International Natural Gas or Petroleum markets.  In this role you will work with the MD and team to develop trade ideas based off fundamental and structural analysis. 

Our ideal candidate will have a history of generating successful trade ideas translating to PnL or a strong quant / analytics background with a desire to run risk and develop trade ideas.  This individual will be able to articulate what their possible edge might be, particularly if they have not directly run and deployed risk before.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution demonstrating strong academic credentials
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience and deep knowledge in Natural Gas or Petroleum markets at a prominent buy-side or sell-side institution
• Prior experience in risk sizing, trade execution and portfolio management is helpful although not essential.  We will help candidate develop these skills and become PM if originating from analyst background

• Creativity in problem solving and strong attention to detail.  A commonsensical approach to investing

• Strong quantitative skills with a knowledge of statistics, mathematics, computer science, economics a big plus
• Programming skills, preferably in Python, is helpful but not essential
• Good communication and ability to effectively communicate research results and ideas. Desire to work in a collaborative environment and as part of broader team
• Astute ability to respect, listen to, and collaborate well with colleagues and clients
• Exceptional work ethic and ability to succeed in a high intensity environment
• Low ego, good sense of humor, emotional maturity, and humility to accept developmental feedback
• Strength of conviction without stubbornness

BENEFITS

PIMCO is committed to offering a comprehensive portfolio of employee benefits designed to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family. Benefits vary by location but may include: 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance and travel coverage
• 401(k) (defined contribution) retirement savings, retirement plan, pension contribution from your first day of employment
• Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, parental leave and support, employee assistance plan, commuter benefits, health club discounts, and educational/CFA certification reimbursement programs
• Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office

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