Vanguard is looking for a senior leader to head Vanguard’s global asset allocation research function within the Investment Strategy Group (ISG). The role leads the research and models that underpin capital market assumptions, portfolio construction, and multi‑asset solutions, directly influencing Vanguard’s funds, model portfolios, and retirement offerings.
Responsibilities
- Lead Vanguard’s strategic and dynamic asset allocation research agenda, translating the firm’s capital market assumptions into portfolio strategies.
- Translate macroeconomic, valuation, and market insights into evidence‑based portfolio positioning aligned with Vanguard’s long‑term investment philosophy.
- Lead portfolio construction frameworks for multi‑asset funds, model portfolios, retirement, and advice solutions.
- Oversee Vanguard's proprietary Asset Allocation Model and related tools to evaluate risk/return trade‑offs and ensure scalable, consistent application across client segments.
- Shape Vanguard’s position on the role of asset classes in portfolios, asset‑allocation views, and flagship research for internal and external audiences.
- Provide differentiated perspectives on portfolio strategies and represent Vanguard views with clients, industry forums, and the press.
- Advise senior leadership on portfolio positioning, rebalancing, risk scenarios, and alignment between research, methodology, and implementation.
- Partner with portfolio management, advice, and product teams to inform fund management, product design, model portfolios, and retirement solutions.
- Set ISG’s research agenda, standards, and priorities while integrating economics, behavioral research, portfolio construction, modeling, and analytics.
Qualifications
- 10+ years’ research experience in multi‑asset investing, asset allocation, or macro strategy. PhD or graduate degree preferred.
- Deep expertise across global asset classes and portfolio construction research frameworks.
- Proven experience with research publications, public speaking, and media.
- Track record influencing CIOs, investment committees, and portfolio decisions.
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
Head of Global Asset Allocation Research employer: Vanguard
Vanguard in Manchester is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, including professional development and mentorship, while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive environment, Vanguard empowers its team members to thrive and make impactful contributions to the business.
