Senior Analyst, Credit Research

Principal Financial Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Financial Group, a Fortune 500 global financial services leader, is seeking a Senior Analyst, Credit Research in Kuala Lumpur. The role focuses on fundamental credit analysis for bonds within domestic and global fixed income portfolios and supporting portfolio managers with investment recommendations.

The candidate will monitor credits, conduct surveillance, and participate in credit evaluations through company visits, with opportunities to contribute to client meetings and market

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• CFA progress or other relevant professional qualifications are a plus.
• 4–8 years of experience in credit research or related financial services roles.
• Solid understanding of financial statement analysis, credit risk, and fixed income markets.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present investment views clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct credit analysis and provide recommendations on bond opportunities across domestic and global fixed income portfolios.
• Monitor portfolio credits through quarterly and annual credit reviews.
• Support Portfolio Managers in evaluating market developments, credit risks, and investment opportunities.
• Assist in portfolio positioning through credit analysis, relative value assessments, and investment recommendations.
• Participate in company visits and management meetings as part of the credit evaluation process.
• Contribute to client meetings, investment reviews, and marketing initiatives by providing credit and market insights.
• Support research projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing investment outcomes and team effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with investment processes, risk management standards, and governance requirements.

Skills

Credit analysis

Fixed income markets

Financial statement analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

CFA progress or other relevant professional qualifications

Job description

Responsibilities

Senior Analyst, Credit Research

At Principal, we invest in what matters. And building dedicated teams is where it all begins. We’re drawn to people who bring outstanding perspectives, passion, and expertise to help us advance the financial security and well-being of our customers. We also aim to transform our growing business and drive positive change in the communities where we live and work.

When we invest in you, and you invest in us, great things happen.

We are looking for a motivated investment professional to join our Fixed Income team as an Senior Analyst, Credit Research. This role is responsible for conducting fundamental credit analysis on bonds held within our domestic and global fixed income portfolios, supporting portfolio managers with investment recommendations, and contributing to credit research initiatives across the team.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct credit analysis and provide recommendations on bond investment opportunities across domestic and global fixed income portfolios.
• Monitor and review portfolio credits through ongoing surveillance, including quarterly and annual credit reviews.
• Support Portfolio Managers in evaluating market developments, credit risks, and investment opportunities.
• Assist in portfolio positioning through credit analysis, relative value assessments, and investment recommendations.
• Participate in company visits and management meetings as part of the credit evaluation process.
• Contribute to client meetings, investment reviews, and marketing initiatives by providing credit and market insights.
• Support research projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing investment outcomes and team effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with investment processes, risk management standards, and governance requirements.

Qualifications

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. CFA progress or other relevant professional qualifications are a plus.
• 4-8 years of experience in credit research, fixed income, asset management, corporate banking, investment banking, or related financial services roles.
• Solid understanding of financial statement analysis, credit risk assessment, and fixed income markets
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present investment views clearly and concisely.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, professional integrity, and a willingness to continuously learn and develop.

Additional Information

Who We Are

Principal Financial Group is a Fortune 500 global leader in financial services specializing in insurance, retirement, and asset management. We have 18,000 employees and 51 million customers around the world with over $714B in assets under management.