Senior Fixed Income Specialist

Perennial HR; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious private bank in Asia is seeking a Fixed Income Specialist in Singapore. The role involves providing investment recommendations, conducting market research, and engaging with high-net-worth clients. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in private banking, strong credit analysis skills, and fluency in Mandarin and English. This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in private banking or wealth management.
• Strong expertise in credit analysis across various bond structures.
• Ability to communicate investment ideas clearly to Mandarin-speaking clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide investment recommendations to RMs and ICs.
• Conduct market research to generate fixed income ideas.
• Engage clients during conferences to present market updates.
• Prepare and maintain marketing materials for bond offerings.
• Collaborate with Product and Compliance teams.
• Stay updated on macroeconomic developments and regulations.

Skills

Fixed income investment recommendations

Credit analysis

Market research and analysis

Client communication

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Fluency in Mandarin

Fluency in English

Education

CACS Paper 1 & 2 certification

Job description

Our client is an Asian private bank with a strong presence in Singapore and Hong Kong. Known for its client-centric approach and deep regional expertise, the bank offers bespoke wealth management solutions to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals across Asia. As part of its continued expansion, the bank is looking to strengthen its advisory capabilities with a dedicated Fixed Income Specialist to support its growing client base and investment team.

Responsibilities

• Provide fixed income investment recommendations to Relationship Managers (RMs) and Investment Counselors (ICs) across Singapore and Hong Kong, including in-depth credit analysis, and bond issue commentaries.
• Conduct market research and analysis to generate actionable fixed income ideas aligned with client risk profiles, market trends, and portfolio objectives.
• Engage directly with clients during conferences and one-on-one meetings to present market updates, introduce new bond issues, and design bespoke fixed income portfolio strategies.
• Prepare and maintain marketing materials for key bond offerings, and manage post-sale follow-up including performance tracking and client communication on evolving market views.
• Collaborate with Product, Compliance, and Sales teams to ensure ideas meet regulatory standards and are effectively positioned within the platform.
• Stay abreast of global macroeconomic developments, credit events, and regulatory changes impacting the fixed income landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience as a Fixed Income Advisor or Fixed Income Specialist within private banking or wealth management.
• Strong expertise in credit analysis and fixed income product advisory across various bond structures, sectors, and geographies.
• CACS Paper 1 & 2 certification is required.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English, with the ability to communicate investment ideas clearly to Mandarin-speaking clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, with a client-centric mindset and the ability to build trust and credibility with high-net-worth individuals and internal stakeholders.