What are the responsibilities and job description for the 9132: Investment Analyst position at Federated Hermes?
Investment Analyst
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Since 1955, millions of investors in the United States and around the globe have relied on Federated Hermes, Inc. (NYSE: FHI) for world-class investment solutions. Federated Hermes has grown to become one of the nation's largest investment managers with $778.7 billion in assets under management. Federated Hermes is a global leader in active responsible investing with one of the largest engagement and stewardship teams in the world representing over $1.4 trillion in assets under advisement.
Federated Hermes has a new opportunity for an Investment Analyst in the Tax-Free Money Market group at our Pittsburgh headquarters. As an Investment Analyst, you will conduct in-depth research and analysis to support the firm’s investment decision-making process. An ideal candidate will be intellectually curious, passionate about finding the answers, and confident in making recommendations.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field required; MBA preferred
- Investment-related work experience required; two years of municipal credit analysis experience preferred
- Proficiency with Excel required; Bloomberg, Word and PowerPoint preferred
- Understanding of how macroeconomic and policy factors affect investment opportunities preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of financial statement analysis required.
- Excellent research and analytical skills required
- Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word & related applications, required
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Conduct fundamental, in-depth municipal credit analysis to assess credit quality and to make investment recommendations for municipal money market portfolios.
- Provide and maintain internal credit assessments and develop municipal sector expertise to assist in portfolio management decisions.
- Participate in and present at municipal credit and sector tactical meetings with portfolio managers, traders and other analysts.
- Maintain on-going, frequent communications with portfolio managers, analysts and traders.
- Develop and maintain working rapport with external industry sources, as needed, to support credit analysis responsibilities and investment decision making.
EXPLANATORY COMMENTS:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work as a contributing member of a team
- Above average work ethic
- Demonstrated ability to multitask
- Travel may be required on occasion
Pittsburgh is one of the nation’s most livable cities with a strong economy; lower cost of living than cities of similar size; entrepreneurial spirit; sense of community; superior academics and top research universities; and, vibrant arts, food, cultural and professional sports scenes. Federated Hermes is a company that fosters a collaborative culture and recognizes the value of individual contributions.
For additional information about this opportunity go to:
https://careers.federatedhermes.com/psp/EXT/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11&JobOpeningId=9132&PostingSeq=1
Federated Hermes, Inc. offers a competitive salary and benefits package along with a professional environment.
We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.
EOE – Including Disability / Vets
Federated Hermes is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any applicable local, state or federal law applicable to Federated Hermes.
