Director, Portfolio Management - Corporate Credit

Director, Portfolio Management – Corporate Credit
At iAGMA, a subsidiary of iA Financial Group, you will have the opportunity to advance your career in a collaborative, performance-driven environment. Our passionate teams work every day to position iAGMA among the most competitive portfolio managers in the market.Reporting directly to the Head of Fixed Income, the Corporate Credit Portfolio Manager plays a key role in developing and executing iAGMA’s investment strategy, in accordance with established investment policies and performance objectives. You will serve as a subject matter expert within the Corporate Bond team and work closely with the Government Bond team to support the management and implementation of investment strategies for portfolios totaling $8 billion in assets under management.What You Will Accomplish With Us
As Director, Portfolio Management – Corporate Credit, you will be at the heart of our mission.Assist the Vice President, Portfolio Manager, Corporate Bonds, in managing investment fund mandatesGenerate alpha through relative value (RV) analysis within fixed income portfoliosAnalyze complex investment opportunities sourced from external partnersMonitor, analyze, and manage various portfolio risk metrics and investment constraintsSynthesize data from multiple sources to support portfolio reviews and develop macroeconomic and interest rate base‑case scenariosManage investment fund cash flowsIdentify and manage key portfolio performance driversDevelop models and tools to support and enhance investment decision‑makingPerform scenario analyses and portfolio stress testingReview and update investment policies for various clientsStay informed of regulatory developments impacting investment activitiesPrepare quarterly portfolio reviews and performance updates for internal and external clientsPresent the Fixed Income team’s market outlook at committees and cross‑functional meetingsEngage with external vendors providing analytics, reporting, and related services while building strong and productive partnershipsDevelop, coach, and mentor team analystsContinuously optimize, monitor, document, and improve portfolio management processesWhat Could Accelerate Your Success In This Role
We’re looking for someone who:Has a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in fixed income portfolio management, specifically in corporate credit within a financial institutionHolds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field;
a Master’s degree in a finance‑related discipline is considered an assetHolds a professional designation (CFA or CIM), as required for regulatory purposesIs recognized for their initiative, autonomy, and strong time management and organizational skillsHas excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and build strong external relationshipsDemonstrates a proven ability to create, write, and present clear and compelling investment and strategic materialsPossesses strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with exceptional attention to detailHas experience with Python, data warehouses, analytics, and reporting tools (a significant asset)Is fluent in French and has an advanced level of English, as the role involves daily communication with internal and external clients across CanadaWhy you’ll love working with us
A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;
Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!
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