Description

As part of the International Fixed Income team, the Sovereign Analyst will be responsible for supporting the investment team by conducting fundamental sovereign research and help in reporting. He/she will perform macroeconomic and credit analyses of sovereign countries and will update and maintain existing spreadsheets, models and reports.

Job Functions

• Analyze international policy developments and assess the creditworthiness of sovereign governments globally, focusing on both developed markets and emerging markets countries.
• Identify economic, political, and market risk factors that impact external and local bond and fx returns and communicate relevant analysis to portfolio managers.
• Update and maintain existing fundamental reports, models and spreadsheets.
• Produce month-end and quarter-end reports.
• Participate in discussions with senior government officials, private sector representatives and rating agencies.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3-7 years sovereign credit analysis is preferred.
• CFA or candidacy is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with third-party data providers (e.g. Bloomberg).
• Ability to present investment ideas effectively and clearly.
• Ability to prioritize time and tasks effectively and meet deadlines.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Outstanding initiative and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented, but able to work independently.
• Strong sense of integrity and professionalism.

Base Salary Range

The estimated base salary range for this position is $125,000 – $165,000. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package.