Credit Analyst, Maybank Asset Management

Maybank Asset Management Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management firm in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Credit Analyst to conduct comprehensive credit research and recommendations. You will analyze corporates and financial institutions, preparing structured credit notes for investment decisions. The ideal candidate has strong financial analysis skills and a Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university. This role requires excellent communication abilities and a collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) from a reputable university with strong academic standing.
• Strong expertise in financial statement analysis and credit modelling.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed credit analysis on corporates and financial institutions.
• Prepare well-structured credit notes and recommendations.
• Monitor market developments and macroeconomic factors.

Skills

Credit analysis

Financial statement analysis

Credit modelling

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

As a Credit Analyst in Maybank Asset Management, you will provide in-depth credit research and recommendations that directly support investment strategies and portfolio management. Your role will include:

Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed credit analysis on corporates, financial institutions, and sovereign entities across multiple industries.
• Evaluating creditworthiness, capital structures, and risk profiles of issuers and counterparties to support investment decisions.
• Preparing clear, well-structured credit notes and recommendations for portfolio managers and the investment committee for Maybank Asset Management team.
• Monitoring market developments, rating changes, and macroeconomic factors that may impact credit risk and portfolio exposures.
• Maintaining comprehensive databases of company financials, sector trends, and relative credit metrics.
• Engaging with issuers, rating agencies, and industry experts to gather insights and validate research findings.
• Partnering with investment and risk teams to ensure alignment between credit assessments, portfolio positioning, and risk management frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in related field from a reputable university with strong academic standing.
• Strong expertise in financial statement analysis, credit modelling, and risk evaluation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to form independent, well-supported investment views.
• Strong writing and communication skills, able to present complex analysis clearly to investment stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight timelines.