Assistant Vice President, Fixed Income Analyst -NYC

Job Description / Qualifications

Japanese International Asset management company seeks an Assistant Vice President, Fixed Income Analyst.

Our primary focus is on AVP-level candidates, but candidates may be considered for the VP-level as well.

Corporate

Title:

Associate

Department:
Fixed Income

Reports To:

Head of Fixed Income

Overtime Eligible (Y/N): N (Exempt)

Location:

Manhattan, New York

Current Hybrid Work Arrangements. All candidates must be flexible with any work schedules that may be necessary as dictated by business needs.

Saraly: $140,000 to $160,000+ eligibility for a discretionary bonus based on qualitative and/or quantitative performance factors.

* The expected annual base salary for this position ranges from $140,000 to $160,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained.

Analyze and recommend investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds to out-perform defined market benchmarks.

• Conduct fundamental credit analysis with emphasis on financial modeling to identify profitable corporate bonds for the portfolio.
• Create in-depth earnings reports including financial projections, credit valuation and recommendations based on expected performance.
• Present detailed and persuasive company reports to PMs reviewing potential investment ideas, consult with management on proposed investment ideas and strategies.
• Liaise with industry sources to capture and develop new investment ideas; pro-actively collect and interpret market information.
• Foster the development of global views across teams located in Tokyo, provide thorough and timely research to secondary audience abroad.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent concentration; MBA and/or CFA designation preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in credit analysis, fixed income and fund investing with an understanding of the wider financial environment; both buy-side and sell-side corporation experience are welcome.
• Strong command of MS Office software and advanced Excel; proficiency with Bloomberg and related automated research tools.
• Company research, asset valuation and relative value analysis capabilities required.
• Outstanding analytical, financial modeling, written and verbal communication skills; ability to persuasively present recommendations of profitable investment ideas.
• Detail oriented, pro-active and able to excel in a highly collaborative global team.
• A flexible team player able to adapt to change.
• Depending on experience and qualifications, candidates may be considered for the Vice President level.

In addition to a competitive base salary and discretionary bonus eligibility, we offer a generous benefits package which consists of the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Premiums for employees are covered at 100% and premiums for dependents are covered at 70% by the company
• 401k match and Money Purchase Plan (fully company-funded)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
• Up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Current Hybrid Work Arrangements
• Paid Holidays in addition to vacation days, floating days and paid sick time