At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct in-depth research and analysis to support investment strategies in fixed income.
- Company: Join a leading investment firm focused on delivering exceptional outcomes.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the finance world while developing your analytical skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in credit research and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
High Yield Research Analyst
As a High Yield Research Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in our investment decision-making process.
Your responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive analysis and research to support our fixed‑income strategies.
Join us and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional investment outcomes.
- How You Will Add Value
- Research and analysis of specific corporate issuers and issues in a number of European industries/sectors to include healthcare, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and other basic industries.
- Provide support in the monitoring of both existing issues held in client portfolios as well as new issues.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of cash bonds, while also monitoring and evaluating trends in the credit default swaps market.
- Remain current with macroeconomic trends and strategies as well as with developments in the fixed‑income market and investment industry.
- What will help you be successful
- Strong experience in credit research, including coverage of healthcare, pharmaceuticals and chemicals.
- An ability to research and analyse companies’ credit fundamentals as well as fixed‑income securities’ covenants and indentures.
- A developed understanding of the drivers of credit risk premia and of relative value between bonds.
- Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills and be comfortable with presenting technical material.
- Highly motivated and conscientious with an aptitude for taking initiative within a team environment.
- Undergraduate degree in Business, Finance or Economics majors preferred, CFA desirable.
- EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)
Western Asset Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition (including pregnancy and related conditions), physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, and/or any other characteristic protected by law.
EEO Statement: https://westernasset. com/careers/careers-site/common/pdfs/EQUAL_EMPLOYMENT_OPPORTUNITY. pdf
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High Yield Research Analyst employer: Putnam Investments
At Western Asset Management, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture. As a High Yield Research Analyst, you will benefit from extensive professional development opportunities while working in a dynamic environment focused on delivering outstanding investment outcomes. Our commitment to employee growth, coupled with our strategic location in the heart of the financial district, provides a unique advantage for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the investment industry.
