Director, Portfolio

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.Title: Director, Portfolio & Risk AnalyticsDepartment: Portfolio Solutions & AnalyticsLocation: Charlotte, NC / Boston, MABarings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.Job SummaryThe Portfolio Solutions & Analytics team at Barings is seeking a professional to support the Portfolio & Risk Analytics group. The role will be focused on quantitative and risk analytics to help the investment teams make informed decisions in the areas of asset allocation and risk management. The ideal candidate will have a combination of 7+ years of experience with quantitative and risk analytics focused on public fixed income credit markets.A successful candidate has an understanding of public fixed income credit markets as well as expertise with multi-asset class risk models. Familiarity with various risk metrics and financial risk modeling is required (credit risk, market risk, and liquidity risk).Primary ResponsibilitiesEffectively communicate primary drivers of risk and performance, as well as the ability to discuss risk factor analysis for portfoliosDevelop new risk & analytics tools to support the investment platformsConduct research and present relevant findings to stakeholders and senior managementProvide ad hoc quantitative analysis to various stakeholdersAggregate, manipulate, and translate data into useful solutions to help drive decision makingParticipate in strategy meetings with portfolio managersQualificationsDegree in a quantitative discipline (Math, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics)7+ years of experience in public fixed income markets and/or quantitative and risk analyticsCurious, self-starter with an interest in continual professional and personal developmentStrong communication skills, written and verbal, in order to collaborate effectively across internal and external teamsFamiliarity with buy side market risk platformsAbility to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiencesExperience with programming languages: Python, SQL, Matlab, RPrior management experience is a plusExperience working with insurance clients is a plusRequisite SkillsAdditional SkillsBarings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESSMedical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision CoverageFitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Fertility BenefitsFINANCIAL WELL-BEINGHighly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company MatchHealth Savings Account (HSA) with Company ContributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent CareRetirement Health Reimbursement AccountLIFE INSURANCEBasic and Supplemental Life InsuranceSpouse and Child Life InsuranceTIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCEPaid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual HolidaysPaid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)Short and Long Term Disability PlansPaid Volunteer Time OTHER BENEFITSEducation Assistance ProgramCharitable Matching Gifts ProgramCommuter Reimbursement ProgramAdoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program