Selby Jennings has partnered with a leading hedge fund specializing in fixed income strategies, dedicated to delivering consistent risk-adjusted returns to our investors. With a team of seasoned investment professionals, we focus on a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics, innovative investment approaches, and disciplined risk management.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Fixed Income Analyst with 2-4 years of experience to join our investment team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fixed income markets, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This role will involve supporting the portfolio management team by conducting research, analyzing market trends, and providing actionable investment recommendations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Market Research: Conduct in-depth research and analysis of fixed income securities, including corporate bonds, government securities, municipal bonds, mortgage-backed securities, and other credit instruments.
- Credit Analysis: Evaluate credit risk and conduct credit analysis on issuers and securities. Monitor and assess the creditworthiness of current and potential investments.
- Portfolio Support: Assist in the management of fixed income portfolios by providing investment ideas, analyzing portfolio risk, and ensuring compliance with investment guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Macro Analysis: Analyze macroeconomic data, interest rate trends, and economic indicators to provide insights that inform the fixed income investment strategy.
- Modeling and Valuation: Build and maintain financial models for pricing and valuation of fixed income instruments. Use quantitative tools to analyze investment opportunities and risk scenarios.
- Report Preparation: Prepare detailed investment reports, presentations, and commentary for internal use and client communications.
- Data Management: Maintain and update databases of fixed income securities, credit ratings, and market data. Ensure data accuracy and integrity.
- Collaboration: Work closely with senior portfolio managers, traders, and other analysts to contribute to the overall investment strategy and decision-making process.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field; CFA designation or progress towards CFA is a plus.
- 3 years of experience in fixed income research, analysis, or portfolio management within a hedge fund, investment bank, asset management firm, or similar environment.
- Strong understanding of fixed income markets, instruments, and credit analysis techniques.
- Proficient in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and the use of analytical tools such as Bloomberg, Excel, and other data analysis software.
