Research Analyst, Global Fixed Income

IFAST FINANCIAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial firm in Singapore is seeking a research analyst to conduct in-depth analysis in the fixed income market. The ideal candidate will generate actionable investment ideas and communicate research findings to stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree and strong analytical, communication skills, as well as familiarity with Bloomberg are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree holder in a related discipline.
• Experience with investment research is preferred.
• Strong command of English; Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on fixed income markets.
• Generate bond investment ideas and collaborations.
• Communicate investment ideas through reports and presentations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of financial statements

Bond mathematics

Education

Bachelor degree in accountancy, economics, finance or business administration

Tools

Bloomberg

Job description

Responsibilities

• Conduct research within assigned area of fixed income market coverage using information sources, including financial statements, earnings reports, published research, financial databases, corporate and management access
• Generate timely, and actionable bond investment ideas. Work with other members of the research team to evaluate a comprehensive range of bonds and bond funds
• Achieve and maintain a coverage list of bond issuers, and provide periodic research recommendations for bonds in the coverage list and newly issued bonds
• Communicate these investment ideas to the investing public and internal stakeholders through research reports, presentations, and other channels
• Contribute investment views and research in collaboration with the regional offices
• Contribute to the growth of the firm's fixed income business
• Undertake additional/ ad-hoc duties and projects assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor degree holder in a related discipline (accountancy, economic, finance or business administration), preferably with investment research experience
• Experience working with systems such as Bloomberg is desirable
• Good understanding of financial statements, bond mathematics, and macro drivers
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills, numerical capability, and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills. Strong command of both spoken and written English. Mandarin speaking capability is a plus
• Demonstrated interest in and passion for investing
• Able to multi-task and meet constant deadlines