Exposure management
Accountable for day-to-day implementation of fund portfolio manager decisions and fund activity
Assists in daily management of fund cash flows
Decides on the optimal implementation strategy
Adjusts daily exposures and implements operational policies within parameters set by the Head of Portfolio Implementation
Creates and instructs trades and ensures timely implementation
Contributes to overall strategy development and implementation for portfolios to help generate superior investment performance in Russell Investments’ funds and separate accounts
Responsible for the management and coordination of fund transition events
Assists with strategy development to determine the most efficient implementation solution for specific manager changes and fund launches for both incoming and existing clients
Coordinates with multiple departments to establish and manage implementation strategies
Ensures efficient, risk-controlled plans for implementing investment process launches or changes
Provides support to the Head of Portfolio Implementation as it relates to the improvement of the new and existing operational infrastructure for all asset classes, including portfolio viewing, implementation and analytics
Stays informed of market events and guides portfolio managers in their implementation decisions
Other tasks and duties as assigned

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
Passion for and interest in global financial markets, portfolio management and analytics, and implementation/execution strategies
Technical skills, including basic statistics, and Microsoft Excel (strongly preferred)
Ability to think critically, solve problems and find solutions for an evolving and improving investment process
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Effective written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate and work with all manner of team members in a conscientious and inclusive way
Aptitude to work under your own initiative and adhere to strict deadlines
Excellent communication and project management skills including the ability to proactively establish and maintain relationships across teams and to escalate potential issues and drive solutions
Ability to prioritize work under pressure while considering different projects simultaneously
High tolerance for change, complexity, and unpredictability to handle market volatility and corresponding time-sensitive investment processes
Positive attitude and desire to be part of a motivated and highly driven investment team
Dedication to assist peers and other teams at all levels of the organization, particularly during periods of market volatility and fund activity

Associate Implementation Portfolio Manager

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