Investment Analyst, Fixed Income

Aham Capital; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an entry-level Investment Associate. The role requires conducting industry research, financial analysis, and financial modeling to assist fund managers. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor’s degree and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply, and a keen interest in macroeconomics is crucial. The company values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in hiring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or professional qualification in a relevant discipline.
• At least one year’s experience in investment research or credit/fixed income.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on industry outlook, market trends, and regulatory framework.
• Analyse financial information relating to specific companies.
• Conduct financial modelling and stress test financial projections.

Skills

Investment research

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Understanding financial statements

Interest in macroeconomics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.
• At least one year’s experience in investment research; a background in credit/fixed income will be an advantage.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• 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.

The qualified candidate will join us at an entry level position of Investment Associate on a one year contract.

We value diversity and inclusion by bringing together talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re dedicated to equal opportunity, assessing candidates based only on their skills and qualifications, regardless of ethnicity, religion, gender, or nationality.

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