Muni Research Analyst-NEFI

The Sr. Director-Municipal Research Analyst job is considered a subject matter expert in credit research on municipal bond credit. The Analyst is fluent at analyzing credit quality of muni issuers such as state and local governments, not-for-profit organizations, and other types of muni issuers. Working independently, this job analyzes financial documents, conducts industry and competitive analysis, and prepares reports related to municipal bond credit.

This job contributes to the overall success of Municipal Research team and stays current on industry trends to provide detailed credit analysis and sector views. The job also advises and mentors more junior analysts on municipal credit analysis.

• Conducts and reviews fundamental credit research and relative value analysis on complex municipal issuers and develops written and oral reports articulating and supporting credit opinions. Research may include quantitative analysis, as well as cash flow and average life modeling.
• Conducts and guides sector research and is up to date on sector trends impacting muni credit.
• Conveys credit opinions to the portfolio management teams through written reports and presentations.
• Leads and participates in team-wide projects and initiatives, including but not limited to data and technology focused projects
• Attends and may speak at industry conferences.
• Conducts site visits as necessary.
• Uses and incorporates new technology, data management, and analytical tools to complete municipal research initiatives
• Collaborates with management on improvements to research and development procedures and techniques, as well as best practices.

• University (Degree) Preferred

• 5 Years Required; 7 Years Preferred

• Physical Requirements:
  
  Sedentary Work

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• Minimum of 5 years of municipal credit research experience.

• 7 years of municipal credit research experience.
• Master’s degree or CFA.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel, computer coding skills and knowledge of Python.
• Knowledge of Credit scope and Bloomberg is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional problem recognition and resolution skills.
• Advanced mathematical, financial statement analysis, and accounting skills.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to work within a team, as well as complete projects independently.

Related Skills

Accountability, Capital Markets, Collaboration, Communication, Consultative Communication, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Credit Analysis, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Due Diligence, Financial Acumen, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Muni Acumen, Public Policy, Quantitative Analysis, Research Synthesization, Technical Writing

Base Pay Range: $136,000/yr – $190,000/yr

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).

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