We are a leading European asset manager and institutional real estate asset manager with locations in Switzerland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the UK and Norway.
With a strong client focus, here at Swiss Life Asset Managers, success is driven by expecting the unexpected, prioritising sustainability and inclusion, fully investing in our jobs and people, and being on the lookout for new business opportunities – all since 1857.

To further strengthen our team, we are looking for you as Senior Product Specialist Fixed Income (f/m/d).

Find below more information about the role and what expertise you ideally bring.

Senior Product Specialist Fixed Income (f/m/d)

Zürich

Full time

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary link between portfolio management, sales, and clients.
• Support fundraising and business development activities across fixed income.
• Represent Fixed Income at client events, roadshows, and one-on-one client meetings.
• Build strong relationships with institutional investors, consultants, and internal distribution teams.
• Translate investment strategies, portfolio positioning, and market developments into clear client messaging.
• Develop high-quality investment content, including pitch books, portfolio review presentations, and thought leadership research. Oversee the RFP process and ensure quality management.
• Ensure consistent and accurate communication of investment processes, portfolio positioning, and performance across all client materials and to internal and external stakeholders.
• Help drive product development and enhancement initiatives in collaboration with portfolio managers and sales teams.
• Analyze market trends and competitor positioning to identify opportunities.
• Drive efficiency improvements through the automation and standardization of reporting, presentation, and content production processes.

Experience

• At least 7 years of relevant experience, ideally in a similar role or as a fixed income portfolio manager, strategist, or sales professional.
• Deep understanding of global fixed income markets, including CHF bonds, global corporate and government bonds, high-yield bonds, and emerging market debt.
• Proven ability to engage with sophisticated institutional investors and investment consultants.
• Established network among institutional investors, consultants, and wholesale clients in Switzerland and selected European countries.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret portfolio, risk, and performance data.
• Excellent writing and editorial skills.
• Proven presentation and communication skills in German and English; French is a distinct advantage.
• Proactive personality with a confident and persuasive team-player mindset.
• Python programming and/or AI skills are an advantage.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree, ideally complemented by a CFA designation or equivalent postgraduate qualification.

Benefits

• discounts on SL investment products and mortgages
• Remote Work Abroad options
• Inhouse AM Academy with broad range of development opportunities
• contribution to 3rd pillar life insurance
• employer's contributions to the pension fund
• reka cheques and meal allowance
• discounts on public transportation (up to 35%)
• flexible working models
• various timeout models
• working time models from 58 years of age offerings

Swiss Life Asset Managers

We are a leading European asset manager and institutional real estate asset manager with multiple locations in Europe.

With a strong client focus, here at Swiss Life Asset Managers, success is driven by expecting the unexpected, prioritising sustainability and inclusion, fully investing in our jobs and people, and being on the lookout for new business opportunities – all since 1857.