Analyst US High Grade Strategy

JPMorganChase; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking an Analyst to drive US High Grade Strategy within the US Credit Strategy team. You will monitor US credit sectors/issuers, analyze market developments, and support risk and relative value discussions under tight deadlines.

This role requires strong quantitative skills, advanced Excel and financial modeling, Python coding, and the ability to produce concise, publication‑ready notes for internal and client audiences.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in Research, Banking, or another analytical role.
• Strong quantitative/econometric foundation and macro/market data familiarity.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling; fluency with AI-enabled tools.
• Coding skills in Python to manipulate data and perform analysis.
• Strong writing and presentation skills; able to work under time pressure.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg and common market data sources.
• Experience with econometric/statistical techniques, ML, and NLP for research.
• MS Office skills and publication-quality materials.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end delivery on time-sensitive disclosures and research.
• Monitor market developments, assess catalysts, flows, and fundamentals.
• Build and maintain financial models and credit/coverage metrics.
• Write concise client-ready research notes and sector pieces.
• Present findings clearly and support market/credit views in debates.
• Monitor earnings and translate takeaways into strategy.
• Develop econometric models for forecasting and scenario analysis.
• Manage, clean and analyze large datasets using Python and other tools.
• Perform valuation and relative value analysis across issuers and structures.
• Contribute to automation and reproducibility of publications.

Skills

Python

Excel

Bloomberg

Econometrics

Financial Modeling

Data Analysis

Writing & Presentation

Education

Master’s degree or above in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, or related quantitative field

Tools

Eviews

VBA

Job description

Job Description:

As an Analyst US High Grade Strategy within the US Credit Strategy team, you will work end to end on multiple time sensitive deliverables which include day-to-day monitoring of US Credit-relevant sectors/issuers and market developments, staying on top of catalysts, flows, technicals, and fundamentals.

Job Responsibilities

• Working end to end on multiple time sensitive deliverables which include day-to-day monitoring of US Credit-relevant sectors/issuers and market developments, staying on top of catalysts, flows, technicals, and fundamentals.
• Conducting detailed analyses and deep-dive research of key market trends which include assessing news, macro developments, and industry trends for implications to spreads, ratings, and capital structures.
• Build and maintain financial models and key credit/coverage metrics; use outputs to support strategy discussion on risk, valuation, and relative value.
• Write concise, client‑ready research notes and contribute to broader thematic/sector pieces with timely market commentary.
• Present findings clearly (written and verbal) and support market and positioning views and perspectives in internal debates and client‑facing conversations under time pressure.
• Monitor earnings and translate takeaways into a clear strategy/credit view
• Develop, maintain, and enhance quantitative/econometric models and frameworks for forecasting, scenario analysis, and market/policy interpretation relevant to Credit Portfolios.
• Manage, clean, and analyze large datasets using tools such as Python (and other research toolkits) to produce charts, tables, and publication‑ready outputs.
• Perform valuation and relative value analysis across issuers, curves, and structures, with clear conclusions and actionable framing.
• Contribute to automation and process improvement, emphasizing data integrity and reproducibility across recurring publications and templates.
• Prepare Excel charts, Word documents, and PowerPoint materials for publications, client conferences, and recurring chart books/data visualizations and collaborate with strategists, economists, and global research teams; support investor events/webinars/conferences as needed.

Required qualifications, skills, and capabilities

• 1-3 years in Research, Banking, or another rigorous analytical role; strong interest in markets.
• Strong quantitative/econometric foundation (e.g., multiple regression) and comfort working with macro/market data.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; fluency with AI‑enabled tools to accelerate analysis.
• Coding skills to manipulate data and perform statistical analysis using tools such as Python (plus Eviews/VBA where relevant).
• Strong writing and presentation skills; clear, concise communication under time pressure.
• Strong organization, prioritization, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a deadline‑driven team.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg and familiarity with common financial market data sources/conventions (e.g., Bloomberg/Haver/CEIC).
• Experience with advanced econometric/statistical techniques, machine learning, and/or natural language processing for research workflows.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word/PowerPoint) and experience producing publication‑quality materials.
• Master’s degree or above in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field from reputed institutions.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.