Credit Research Analyst - Fixed Income & Bonds

CFA Institute; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The CFA Institute is seeking a skilled credit analyst to assess corporate bond quality and assign ratings across Investment Grade and High Yield sectors. You will monitor issuer exposures, prepare written research, and contribute to investment recommendations for portfolio managers in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in investments, strong Bloomberg and Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities. MBA or CFA credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA and CFA preferred.
• 2+ years in investments with fixed income knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess credit quality of corporate bond offerings using research tools.
• Assign/maintain formal ratings on Investment Grade and High Yield credits.
• Monitor exposures and provide written research updates.
• Make investment recommendations to Head of Research and Portfolio Managers.
• Develop company-specific opinions to assist underwriting and renewal processes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team orientation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

CFA credential

Tools

Bloomberg

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

The CFA Institute is seeking a skilled credit analyst to assess corporate bond quality and assign ratings across Investment Grade and High Yield sectors. You will monitor issuer exposures, prepare written research, and contribute to investment recommendations for portfolio managers in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in investments, strong Bloomberg and Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities. MBA or CFA credentials are preferred.