Portfolio Manager, Private Credit (with People Management)
Competitive Salary & Benefits
An opportunity to make a difference
At Border to Coast, our purpose is to secure the pensions of over a million people who have contributed to their communities and society. We are a customer‑owned and customer‑focused organisation, committed to integrity, collaboration, and sustainability.
Position Overview
We are looking for an experienced Portfolio Manager to join our Corporate Alternatives team (c.£13bn AUM), support the growth of our Private Equity and Private Credit programme, and lead a team of 6 Assistant Portfolio Managers. The role includes co‑managing the Private Credit allocation (currently £6bn AUM) and contributing to the broader Alternatives portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Evaluating new investment opportunities and managing a portfolio of investments in alternative funds.
- Leading and developing the 6 Assistant Portfolio Managers across the Alternatives function.
- Developing strong relationships with external managers and other industry participants.
- Preparing and maintaining extensive due diligence reports, supporting investment decision making and portfolio construction using internal and external sources of data and research.
- Participating in investment team meetings, liaising with the research and risk team to ensure an integrated investment approach and providing feedback on the quality, depth and focus of research.
About You
We are interested in Portfolio Managers with a background and track record of investing in Private Market funds or Private Credit. A genuine interest and ability in leading and developing other investment professionals is essential.
Educated to Degree level with a suitable investment management qualification, or a willingness to work towards this, you will have relevant experience investing in Private Equity and/or Private Credit funds, leading due diligence, including reviewing investment, operational and ESG factors. You will also demonstrate clear investment decision making, portfolio and risk management experience.
With a keen interest in and understanding of investment markets, long‑term investment, and a commitment to responsible investment and sustainability, you should have experience using investment management software, problem‑solving and decision‑making capability, and strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Company
Based in Leeds, Border to Coast is the largest Local Government Pension Scheme pool in the UK, owned by 18 Local Government Pension Scheme funds. We manage approximately £120bn in investments.
Further details can be found at https://www.bordertocoast.org.uk.
Contact Details:
Border To Coast Pensions Partnership Recruitment Team
