Senior Credit Research Analyst | Fixed Income

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

Job summary

Principal Malaysia is seeking a Senior Analyst, Credit Research to conduct fundamental credit analysis on bonds within domestic and global fixed income portfolios. The role supports portfolio managers with investment recommendations and contributes to credit research initiatives across the team.

The candidate will monitor portfolio credits, review quarterly and annual reports, and participate in meetings with clients and management teams to provide credit and market insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field; CFA progress a plus.
• 4-8 years of experience in credit research or related financial services.
• Strong understanding of financial statement analysis and credit risk.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Credit Analysis

Fixed Income

Financial Statement Analysis

Risk Assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

CFA progress

Job description

Principal Malaysia is seeking a Senior Analyst, Credit Research to conduct fundamental credit analysis on bonds within domestic and global fixed income portfolios. The role supports portfolio managers with investment recommendations and contributes to credit research initiatives across the team.

The candidate will monitor portfolio credits, review quarterly and annual reports, and participate in meetings with clients and management teams to provide credit and market insights.