• Job Description

  Req#: 848701

  At Franklin Templeton, we’re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients’ achievements.

  Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!

  We are currently looking for a Research Associate to join the Templeton Global Macro group of Franklin Templeton Investments in San Mateo, CA.

  As of June 30th, 2023, the Templeton Global Macro team managed more than $21 billion in assets, while total assets under management for the company were over $1.4 trillion. Dr. Michael Hasenstab has managed the team since 2001. Templeton Global Macro manages unconstrained global fixed income strategies that invest across yield curves, currencies, and credit spreads utilizing a research-intensive, fundamentals-based approach to capitalize on temporary inefficiencies and capture long-term potential value. As a multicultural team built for cognitive diversity, Templeton Global Macro has been purposefully structured to bring together diverse cultures and experiences, political views, and economic schools of thought. As of June 30th, 2023, our team consists of 30 investment professionals including five Ph.D. economists. 13 different nationalities from six continents are represented, and 15 different languages are collectively spoken.

  The Research Associate will work under the guidance of a Senior Research Analyst and will closely engage with a small team comprised of other Analysts, Traders, Portfolio Administrators and Portfolio Managers. This position presents a unique opportunity to work one-on-one with multiple PhD economists in a non-academic setting. This position will work on-site our San Mateo, CA office and is a fixed term position.

  What are the ongoing responsibilities of this role?

  • Provide detailed macroeconomic, sovereign credit, and political analysis.

  • Monitor current market developments within a region of the globe.

  • Make investment recommendations relating to macroeconomic dynamics, interest rates, exchange rates, and sovereign debt, over time.

  • Interact with researchers from top banks, portfolio clients, and high-level government officials.

  • Coordinate and draft both internal and external communications.

  • Must be willing to travel internationally, if required.

  What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?

  • Must be a US citizen or Green Card holder.

  • Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic background.

  • Working knowledge of one or more languages besides English.

  • Experience living, traveling, or studying abroad.

  • Solid understanding of macroeconomics and politics.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • No prior experience in finance is required but should be comfortable with expressing quantitative concepts.

  • Capacity to work in a team-oriented and diverse environment.

  Compensation Range: Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the annual base salary for this position to range between $80,000 and $100,000.

  We are requiring the following attachments to be submitted with your application:

  • CV/Resume

  • Cover Letter

  Applications without a resume and cover letter file attachment will not be reviewed.

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  Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!

  Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.

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  By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.

  Highlights of our benefits include:

  • Three weeks paid time off the first year

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits

  • Employee Stock Investment Program

  • Tuition Assistance Program

  • Purchase of company funds with no sales charge

  • Onsite fitness center and recreation center*

  • Onsite cafeteria*

  *Only applicable at certain locations

  Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton

  Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
  
  Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com . In your email, please include the accommodation you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.

• About the company

  Franklin Resources Inc. is an American multinational holding company that, together with its subsidiaries, is referred to as Franklin Templeton; it is a global investment firm founded in New York City in 1947 as Franklin Distributors, Inc.

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