Assistant Portfolio Manager

OCR Alpha have partnered with an established, multi-billion-dollar alternative investment manager looking to hire a junior investment professional to join its London team, focusing on Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS). This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist investment team, working directly alongside an experienced Portfolio Manager with exposure to trading, portfolio analysis and risk management. The successful candidate will take on increasing responsibility over time, with a clear opportunity to develop into a Portfolio Manager. The Role: Support the Portfolio Manager in the analysis, trading and management of an ILS portfolio. Analyse investment opportunities, assessing risk, pricing and potential returns. Develop and maintain quantitative models and analytical tools to support investment decisions. Monitor portfolio exposures, performance and risk. Work closely with senior investment professionals on portfolio construction and ongoing investment strategy. Requirements: 1–3 years' experience in investment analysis, trading, quantitative research or a related analytical role. Strong academic background, with a STEM degree essential. Excellent quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong Excel skills; programming experience would be advantageous. Genuine interest in financial markets, trading and developing a long-term investment career. Prior ILS experience is advantageous but not essential. This is a rare opportunity to develop specialist investment expertise within an established hedge fund, with direct mentorship and a genuine long-term pathway into portfolio management.