Company Overview

Our Vision
We aim to become the world’s most respected asset management firm—recognized for the quality of our people, the strength of our performance, the depth of our relationships, and our ability to adapt and respond with agility.

Our Culture

Principles-Based: We empower our leaders to cultivate a culture of trust grounded in core principles.
Performance-Oriented: We encourage our teams to live out our shared values—excellence, responsibility, transparency, and collaboration—in pursuit of exceptional results.
Purpose-Driven: We are fueled by a commitment to always prioritize the best interests of our clients in everything we do.

Job Overview

The High Quality Credit Investment Team at Lord Abbett is seeking an Associate Portfolio Manager (APM) to support and enhance the performance of our High Quality multisector portfolio suite. This individual will be instrumental in managing risk exposures, maintaining optimal cash levels, and implementing strategic sector and security allocations across a wide range of multi-sector accounts.

This position, based in Jersey City, New Jersey, offers a dynamic, collaborative work environment and reports directly to a Portfolio Manager within the High Quality Credit team. The APM will work closely with other investment professionals and cross-functional partners across the firm.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure portfolio positioning aligns with team strategy, risk parameters, and client objectives.
Contribute to portfolio-level strategy and performance outcomes.
Assist in articulating macroeconomic outlooks and positioning strategies.
Implement top-down asset class and sector allocation decisions consistent with the team’s investment views.
Collaborate with technology and operations teams to optimize processes and systems.
Maintain a thorough understanding of client guidelines and preferences while partnering with compliance and client service teams.
Engage regularly with Investment Associates and support internal knowledge-sharing.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of 4 years of experience in investment management or portfolio analytics.
Prior buy-side experience in a collaborative, team-driven setting is preferred.
Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple accounts and sectors simultaneously.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to drive results across internal teams.
Bachelor’s degree required; an MBA or CFA designation is a plus but not mandatory.

Why Join Lord Abbett?

Lord Abbett is a globally recognized, privately held asset management firm dedicated to active investing. Our mission is to deliver superior long-term investment outcomes for our clients by leveraging a disciplined, research-driven approach.

Our culture is rooted in three guiding pillars:

Principles-Based: We empower leadership through a foundation of trust.
Performance-Oriented: We live by our core values—excellence, responsibility, transparency, and collaboration.
Purpose-Driven: We are committed to always putting our clients first.

We are proud to be named #1 in Barron’s Best Fund Families for 2024 and recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Money Management by Pensions & Investments for five consecutive years.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary Range: $150,000 – $200,000 (based on experience and qualifications)
Discretionary Bonus: Eligible for an annual bonus based on firm, team, and individual performance
Benefits: Competitive compensation package, health and wellness programs, and retirement plan offerings
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Equal Employment Opportunity

Lord Abbett is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity across all legally protected characteristics, including but not limited to race, gender, disability, veteran status, and sexual orientation.

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Associate Portfolio Manager, High Quality Credit