Fixed Income Product Specialist

S&P Global; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fixed Income Pricing Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in accurately pricing bonds across various sectors of the APAC market. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of fixed income valuation, particularly in corporate and government bonds. Responsibilities include monitoring market movements, enhancing data quality controls, and providing exceptional customer support. Join a forward-thinking company that values integrity and innovation, and contribute to transforming data into essential intelligence for clients worldwide.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Retirement Planning

Family Friendly Perks

Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in capital markets roles.
• Knowledge of fixed income markets and cash bonds.

Responsibilities

• Price various sectors of the APAC fixed income markets.
• Assist with data quality review and client support.

Skills

Fixed Income Valuation

Credit Spread Analysis

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

University degree in Finance

University degree in Economics

University degree in Mathematics

Tools

SQL

VBA

Python

Job description

About The Role

Grade Level (for internal use):

09

Department Overview

The evaluated bond pricing team provides independent pricing, transparency and liquidity metrics on government, supranational, agency and corporate bonds across all regions.

Our mission is to provide our clients with the highest quality of market data that can be used to support multiple business processes.

Position Summary

Fixed Income Pricing Analyst. This position will be for someone with good understanding of fixed income instruments valuation with special focus on corporate, government bonds and ABS. The successful candidate will be expected to monitor market movements, assist with creating, automating, and updating data quality controls across all fixed income assets and become subject matter expert in designated area.

Duties & Accountabilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately pricing various sectors of the APAC fixed income markets using proprietary models. Responsibilities will include credit spread analyses for primary and secondary markets, maintaining existing pricing models as well as increasing sector coverage, monitoring data quality, managing client challenges and general customer support.

Operational tasks such as data quality review, data delivery, customer support, and client relationships will be part of this role. The candidate will also be expected to assist with providing requirements and UATs for product enhancement projects.

The pricing team is a small unit operating in a time sensitive environment. As such, all members are expected to participate in all activities necessary to keep the product competitive and moving forward.

A sense of willingness to do whatever needs to be done is key to the team operating effectively.

Specific Requirements

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics are all suitable.
• 2-3yrs experience in hands-on capital markets roles (e.g. Trading assistant, fixed income analyst, or a pricing analyst from another vendor).
• Knowledge of the fixed income markets, particularly the cash bond markets. Keen awareness of the credit space.
• The candidate must have a natural attraction to the market and the issuers that compose it.
• The candidate must be highly detail oriented.
• Constant communication between teammates is critical in daily model maintenance. Ability to articulate situations clearly and quickly is a key characteristic for the candidate.
• Fluency in spoken and written Chinese and/or Japanese would be considered favourably for this role.
• Good working knowledge of SQL, VBA and/or Python is also desirable to extract and analyse live data.
  
  

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our Benefits Include

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
  
  

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Inclusive Hiring And Opportunity At S&P Global

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:[e-mail] your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

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Job ID: 306260

Posted On: 2025-04-26

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia