Senior Sovereign Research Analyst, Emerging Market Debt at Columbia Threadneedle Investments in London

Columbia Threadneedle’s Emerging Market Debt team is seeking a senior sovereign research analyst to join its thriving research group. Fundamental research is at the core of the Columbia Threadneedle investment process. Our analysts are thoughtful, curious and passionate about emerging markets. They are keen to communicate and collaborate within and outside the team, generous in sharing their insights and confident in owning their views.

Responsibilities

• Perform high‑quality fundamental analysis on EM sovereign and quasi‑sovereign issuers.
• Generate relative performance ratings and actionable investment recommendations in support of the EMD desks’ portfolio construction process.
• Contribute to the team’s understanding of the emerging market environment, sharing insights on broad themes and strategy.
• Work collaboratively with fellow sovereign analysts, corporate analysts and portfolio managers across global locations to broaden and deepen our research insight and nurture a healthy team culture.
• Strive for continual refinement of the EMD research process and its integration with portfolio management in pursuit of consistent risk‑adjusted returns and client outcomes.
• Assist in external communication with existing and prospective clients, sharing research expertise and acting as an ambassador for the strategy.
• Produce articulate written thought‑leadership material for occasional external publication.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in EM sovereign credit research at a financial institution or agency.
• Deep knowledge of the EMD sovereign asset class and an understanding of the Fixed Income investment environment.
• Strong track record of research recommendation.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A team player, at ease in a culture of insight‑sharing, peer scrutiny, and mutual support.
• Generous with skills and expertise, especially with developing talent among colleagues.
• Flexible approach to designated research coverage areas, in line with dynamic opportunity set and shifting market shape.

Work Environment

We are a client‑centric, relationship‑based business. Working together, in person, is foundational to how we achieve results. By fostering a culture of face‑to‑face collaboration, idea sharing, productivity and personal connection, we deliver for our stakeholders – clients, advisors, employees and shareholders. Our employees work in the office at least four (4) days per week, with flexibility to work from home one (1) day per week. Some roles may require additional in‑office time or different in‑office expectations, and specific requirements will be discussed during the hiring process.

Columbia Threadneedle Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to racial or ethnic background, religion or belief, sex or gender, nationality, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to aid your participation in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.