Investment Analyst (Credit/Fixed Income)

Monroe Consulting Group; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Investment Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will conduct in-depth research on market trends and regulatory impacts, analyze financial data, and assist fund managers in making informed investment decisions. Your expertise will be crucial in evaluating companies' creditworthiness and conducting financial modeling to forecast performance. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading financial institution that values intellectual curiosity and analytical skills. If you are passionate about the markets and eager to contribute to impactful investment strategies, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in investment research, preferably in credit/fixed income.
• Strong analytical skills and understanding of financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on market trends and regulatory changes affecting investments.
• Analyse financial data to assess creditworthiness of companies.

Skills

Investment Research

Financial Analysis

Financial Modelling

Data Interpretation

Communication Skills

Macroeconomics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Related Field

CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)

Job description

Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group's Professional Division is partnering with a leading financial institution that is making its mark in the investment realm. Our esteemed client is seeking an experienced professional to be their Investment Analyst.

Job Description:

• Conduct research on industry outlook, market trends, regulatory framework and changes that may impact companies' operating environment.
• Keep up to date with macroeconomic and financial market developments and assist the fund managers/analysts in considering how they might affect the performance of companies and bonds.
• Analyse financial information relating to specific companies, e.g., company results, profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow statements to determine creditworthiness.
• Conduct financial modelling, analyse and stress test financial projections.
• Attend company visits and/or investor briefings for latest developments and meet management for credit review and assessment purposes.
• Monitor, update and conduct impact assessment on rating actions/potential rating actions (upgrade/downgrade)/material newsflow.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and/or professional qualification in a relevant discipline. CFA is a plus point.
• At least four year's experience in investment research; a background in credit/fixed income will be an advantage.
• Intellectually curious, creative, and analytical.
• Passionate about the markets and interested in the research process.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• A good understanding of financial information, such as financial statements, and sector data is an advantage.
• Ability to examine and interpret data from different sources and understanding the impact this will have for investment decision making.
• Demonstrate a keen interest in macroeconomics and FX markets.