Fixed Income Research Analyst

gradmalaysia.com; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a candidate to perform credit analysis on fixed income securities in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves preparing financial accounts, monitoring issuer results, and assessing developments in the industry. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields, with 2 years of experience in fixed income or investment. A Chartered Financial Analyst qualification is a plus. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualifications in relevant fields.
• Qualification of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is an advantage.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in fixed income or investment.

Responsibilities

• Perform credit analysis on fixed income securities.
• Prepare profit and loss accounts and cashflow projections.
• Monitor issuers' results and update projections against actual results.
• Assess the impact of announcements or credit reports.
• Prepare recommendation reports on new investments.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Good interpersonal skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Degree or professional qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Investment, Economics

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)

Job description

• To perform credit analysis on fixed income securities and to monitor developments on issuers/ industries
• To prepare profit and loss accounts/ cashflow projections and to perform sensitivity analysis on cashflow projections
• To monitor issuers' results/ audited accounts and to update projections against the actual results
• To monitor and assess significant impact of any announcement/ credit report issued by the rating agencies
• To monitor corporate developments on the issuers and industries
• To prepare recommendation reports on new investments to support the investment decision

Job Requirements:

• Degree or professional qualifications in Accounting/ Finance/ Investment/ Economics or other related fields
• Qualification of Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) would be an added advantage
• Minimum 2 years working experience in fixed income or investment related field
• Possess strong analytical skills, good interpersonal and communication skills