Fixed Income Analyst

Redstone Search Group; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic investment firm in London is seeking a Fixed Income Analyst to play a key role in bond selection and credit research. You will collaborate with investment teams to provide actionable recommendations and contribute to thought leadership. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in fixed income analysis and a strong understanding of asset allocation. A CFA or CAIA certification is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Fixed Income Analyst.
• Strong expertise in asset allocation strategies.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental and relative value analysis on bonds.
• Generate investment ideas and trade recommendations.
• Maintain proactive communication with investment advisors.

Skills

Fixed income valuation

Credit research

Proficiency in Bloomberg

Analytical thinking

Client-centric mindset

Written & verbal communication

Education

University degree in Finance or Economics

CFA or CAIA certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

VBA

Python

Job description

About the Role

The Fixed Income Analyst will play a key role in bond selection within the recommended investment universe while working closely with the Discretionary Portfolio Management (DPM) team and the Advisory team. The role involves conducting in-depth credit research, monitoring market developments, and providing investment recommendations. The analyst will also contribute to external publications and thought leadership as part of the Macro & Cross Asset Research Team.

This is a full-time role based in London, requiring frequent interaction with portfolio managers, investment advisors, and external counterparties. Additionally, the analyst will support Relationship Managers locally in a cross-asset advisor role, but this will represent only a minority of the workload. The position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic investment team at a fast growing Swiss private bank, actively shaping the firm’s fixed income strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Fixed Income Research & Bond Selection

• Conduct fundamental and relative value analysis on corporate and sovereign bonds across developed and emerging markets.
• Maintain and actively manage the fixed income investment universe, ensuring coverage of key sectors and issuers.
• Generate investment ideas and trade recommendations, considering both primary and secondary markets.
• Provide in-depth analysis of issuers, assessing financial health, capital structures, and creditworthiness.
• Actively monitor credit markets, interest rate movements, and macroeconomic trends impacting fixed income securities.
• Evaluate corporate actions, earnings reports, M&A activity, and regulatory changes affecting the bond universe.

Collaboration & Investment Process

• Work closely with the Discretionary Portfolio Management (DPM) team and the Advisory team to integrate fixed income recommendations into client portfolios.
• Maintain proactive communication with investment advisors and relationship managers to support client needs.
• Actively participate in investment meetings and contribute to the house view on fixed income markets.
• Translate research insights into actionable recommendations for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and institutional clients.

Publications & Thought Leadership

• Contribute to internal and external publications, including fixed income market outlooks, investment strategy updates, and credit research reports.
• Support the creation of research presentations for clients and investment committees.
• Engage in public speaking opportunities, including investment briefings and client events.

Risk & Compliance

• Ensure investment recommendations align with internal risk guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor liquidity, duration, and credit risks associated with fixed income positions.

Qualifications & Skills

• University degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field. A CFA/CAIA certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Fixed Income Analyst in asset management, private banking, or investment research.
• Strong expertise in fixed income valuation, credit research, and asset allocation strategies.
• Proficiency in Bloomberg, Refinitiv, and Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of VBA, Python, or other programming languages is a strong plus.
• Understanding of derivatives, structured products, and risk management techniques.
• Fluent in English; additional languages such as French are a significant advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial concepts clearly.
• Client-Centric Mindset: Ability to collaborate effectively with investment advisors and relationship managers to deliver tailored solutions.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in financial analysis.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Integrity & Professionalism: High ethical standards and a commitment to upholding the bank’s investment philosophy.
• Flexibility & Availability: Willingness to travel to Geneva once a month or every two months.