Fixed Income Fund Research Analyst
£60000 - £80000 + Bonus + Benefits
Central London

THE COMPANY
They are a highly respected investment company. They have a strong reputation for delivery of high quality investment research particularly on equity and fixed income funds to their clients and have achieved excellent results over the years.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
To be considered for this role you must meet the following criteria:

  • At least 4 years relevant experience
  • Experienced in bottom up/ value analysis
  • Previous relevant experience fixed income fund manager research/ analysis/ due diligence experience essential
  • Portfolio/ fund analysis
  • Minimum 2:1 degree and CFA ideally

THE ROLE
You will be the second member of the Fixed Income team and therefore fit is important. You will research Credit / Debt focussed Fund Managers and liaise with existing industry contacts as well as developing your own contact network. . You will be responsible for the sourcing, research and rigorous monitoring to ensure the original basis of recommendation and selection remain. You will focus on fixed income investment managers with a strong emphasis on credit strategies, both long-only and alternatives (including private debt).for both Fund Manager research and also monitoring the portfolio performance of managers. You will conduct deep and thorough analysis of qualitative and quantitative factors of investment success as well as attending and leading investment due diligence meetings with identified managers. You will be accountable for recommending investment managers, as well as supporting the investment process which is highly rigorous. Some international travel will be involved as part of the role.