At Aberdeen, our ambition is to be the UK’s leading Wealth & Investments group. Strengthening talent and culture is one of our strategic priorities. We strive to make Aberdeen a great place to work so that we can attract and retain the industry’s best talent. Our people put our stakeholders at the heart of everything they do by helping us to make a positive difference to the lives of our clients, customers, colleagues, shareholders, and society. We are focused on growing our direct and advised wealth platforms and repositioning our specialist asset management business to meet client demand. We are committed to providing excellent client service, supported by leading technology and talent.
Aberdeen comprises three businesses – Interactive Investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser – each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients’ evolving needs. Interactive Investor is the UK’s second largest direct‑to‑consumer investment platform, enabling individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them. Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers. Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes.
About The Department
The Developed Market Credit team sits within our global Fixed Income platform, a high‑performing and collaborative environment managing over £130bn in assets across a diverse range of strategies. The team delivers both traditional and innovative ESG‑focused solutions across investment grade and high yield credit, supporting institutional and retail clients worldwide. With a strong focus on teamwork rather than individual ownership, you will work closely with experienced colleagues across geographies to drive consistent performance and innovation. Together, the team enables our clients to be better investors through disciplined research, partnership and forward‑thinking investment strategies.
About The Role
As an Investment Director – Portfolio Manager, you will play a key role in managing Euro and Global Investment Grade Credit portfolios and potentially covering specific sectors within the European credit universe. This senior opportunity within a globally recognised investment platform offers scope to shape portfolios, influence strategy and further develop your expertise in credit markets. You will combine top‑down thematic views with bottom‑up research to deliver strong client outcomes while contributing to a collaborative and inclusive culture. The role is based in London or Edinburgh with a blended working pattern and offers long‑term career progression in a growth area of the business.
Key Responsibilities
Manage Euro and Global Investment Grade Credit portfolios, delivering strong risk‑adjusted returns.
Construct portfolios using macro‑economic insights alongside fundamental credit analysis.
Actively manage duration, yield‑curve positioning, sector allocation and issuer exposure.
Ensure portfolios operate within mandate guidelines, risk limits and regulatory requirements.
Identify relative value opportunities across markets, sectors and instruments.
Communicate portfolio performance, positioning and investment views to clients and stakeholders.
About The Candidate
Strong experience in fixed‑income markets, particularly investment‑grade credit.
Proven experience in portfolio management or credit research with a focus on generating alpha.
Deep understanding of credit spreads, duration, curves and valuation frameworks.
Deep understanding of fundamental credit and equity analysis.
Demonstrated ability to generate alpha across the cycle and to operate effectively under market stress.
Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
Our Benefits
There is more to working life than coming home with a good salary. You will enjoy 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance‑based bonus where applicable, private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal.
Inclusive Hiring and Workplace
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense and support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency.
Blended Working Approach
At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a blended working approach. This allows face‑to‑face collaboration, coaching and connectivity in our offices alongside the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, teams, clients and the business.
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Aberdeen comprises three businesses – Interactive Investor (ii), Investments, and Adviser – each of which focuses on meeting and adapting to our clients’ evolving needs. Interactive Investor is the UK’s second largest direct‑to‑consumer investment platform, enabling individuals in the UK to plan, save, and invest in the way that works for them. Our Adviser business provides financial planning solutions and technology for UK financial advisers, enabling them to create value for their customers. Our Investments business is a specialist asset manager that focuses on areas where we have both strength and scale to capitalise on the key themes shaping the market, through either public markets or alternative asset classes.
About The Department
The Developed Market Credit team sits within our global Fixed Income platform, a high‑performing and collaborative environment managing over £130bn in assets across a diverse range of strategies. The team delivers both traditional and innovative ESG‑focused solutions across investment grade and high yield credit, supporting institutional and retail clients worldwide. With a strong focus on teamwork rather than individual ownership, you will work closely with experienced colleagues across geographies to drive consistent performance and innovation. Together, the team enables our clients to be better investors through disciplined research, partnership and forward‑thinking investment strategies.
About The Role
As an Investment Director – Portfolio Manager, you will play a key role in managing Euro and Global Investment Grade Credit portfolios and potentially covering specific sectors within the European credit universe. This senior opportunity within a globally recognised investment platform offers scope to shape portfolios, influence strategy and further develop your expertise in credit markets. You will combine top‑down thematic views with bottom‑up research to deliver strong client outcomes while contributing to a collaborative and inclusive culture. The role is based in London or Edinburgh with a blended working pattern and offers long‑term career progression in a growth area of the business.
Key Responsibilities
Manage Euro and Global Investment Grade Credit portfolios, delivering strong risk‑adjusted returns.
Construct portfolios using macro‑economic insights alongside fundamental credit analysis.
Actively manage duration, yield‑curve positioning, sector allocation and issuer exposure.
Ensure portfolios operate within mandate guidelines, risk limits and regulatory requirements.
Identify relative value opportunities across markets, sectors and instruments.
Communicate portfolio performance, positioning and investment views to clients and stakeholders.
About The Candidate
Strong experience in fixed‑income markets, particularly investment‑grade credit.
Proven experience in portfolio management or credit research with a focus on generating alpha.
Deep understanding of credit spreads, duration, curves and valuation frameworks.
Deep understanding of fundamental credit and equity analysis.
Demonstrated ability to generate alpha across the cycle and to operate effectively under market stress.
Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
Our Benefits
There is more to working life than coming home with a good salary. You will enjoy 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, a discretionary performance‑based bonus where applicable, private healthcare and a range of flexible benefits including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal.
Inclusive Hiring and Workplace
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you have a disability and would like to apply to one of our UK roles under the Disability Confident Scheme, please notify us by completing the relevant section in our candidate questionnaire. One of our team will reach out to support you through your application process. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense and support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency.
Blended Working Approach
At Aberdeen we’ve adopted a blended working approach. This allows face‑to‑face collaboration, coaching and connectivity in our offices alongside the flexibility of working from home. It enables colleagues to find a balance that works for their roles, teams, clients and the business.
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Join a forward-thinking company in Edinburgh that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With an impressive benefits package including 40 days of annual leave and flexible perks, we foster a supportive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to compliance and excellence in AML practices ensures that you will be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the industry.
