Assistant Portfolio Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Assistant Portfolio Manager to support the day-to-day management of fixed income portfolios for a diverse client base. This role will assist portfolio managers with trade execution, market analysis, portfolio monitoring, and strategy implementation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the management and trading of short-duration fixed income portfolios, including U.S. Treasuries, agencies, investment-grade corporates, municipals, securitized products, CDs, and money market instruments.
• Affirm that portfolios are managed consistently across accounts, aligning with target allocations and individual client guidelines.
• Maintain Broker-Dealer relationships and contribute to the execution of trades with a focus on market coverage and pricing efficiency.
• Conduct research and analysis of fixed income sectors and individual securities, with attention to macroeconomic factors, interest rate outlooks, and sector fundamentals.
• Provide analytical and operational support to senior portfolio managers and collaborate with client service and business development teams to deliver customized portfolio solutions.
• Participate in the development and implementation of fixed income strategies across LGIPs, Money Market Funds, and Separately Managed Accounts.
• Contribute to internal reporting, market commentary, investment memos, and credit reviews as needed.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in asset management, trading, or fixed income research is a plus.
• Strong financial and credit analysis skills relevant to fixed income securities and portfolio support functions.
• Familiarity with key economic indicators and interest rate dynamics impacting fixed income markets.
• Proficiency with financial tools such as Bloomberg, Excel, and other research platforms.
• Experience with portfolio management systems (e.g., Bloomberg, MarketAxess).
• Progress towards or possession of a professional designation such as CFA, CMT, or an advanced degree (e.g., MBA).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interest in fixed income investing and a commitment to fiduciary excellence.
• Solid foundational knowledge of financial markets, economic drivers, and fixed income instruments.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to support multiple portfolios and team members effectively.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment within a growing investment firm.
• High integrity, professional ethics, and a desire for continuous learning and development.

About the Organization

Meeder Investment Management has helped clients successfully reach their financial goals since 1974. Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Meeder has over 150 professionals dedicated to serving the financial needs of financial advisors and their clients as well as government entities, with over $190 billion in assets under advisement. Meeder's advice and solution suite is driven by our founding principle: providing investment solutions designed to improve investor outcomes. Meeder works with clients - both directly and through financial advisors - to offer a variety of investment solutions including mutual funds, investment portfolios, separately managed accounts, retirement plan services, and cash management solutions. At Meeder, we pride ourselves on living our five core values: Do the Right Thing, Driven & Results Oriented, Relationships Matter, Continuous Improvement, and Discipline. Our core values are the cultural cornerstone for everything we do. They inspire and guide us in our day-to-day work, our relationships with colleagues, and when servicing our clients. Visit www.meederinvestment.com for more. See Meeder's social media pages at https://linktr.ee/Meeder.

EEO Statement

Meeder Investment Management is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; sexual orientation; and gender identity), national origin, disability, genetic information, and age (40 or over).