Municipal Bond Credit Analyst/Portfolio Manager

Bryn Mawr Trust; Devon (PA); On-site; USD 111,440 - 183,082; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Life, accident, and disability insur.

FSAs and HSAs

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

Military leave

Vacation and other paid time off

Sick leave as per state law

Paid holidays

Job summary

Bryn Mawr Trust, a WSFS Company, seeks a Municipal Bond Credit Analyst/PM to oversee municipal bond portfolio management, trading, and issuer due diligence. The role spans broader fixed income contributions and client portfolio support.

The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in municipal bond credit analysis/portfolio management, CFA preferred, and strong Excel/communication skills. Position requires US work authorization and compliance with MSRB guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of experience working as a municipal bond credit analyst and/or portfolio manager.
• Advanced level in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• CFA designation and/or advanced degree preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative with leadership, advisors, and teams; accountable and transparent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analysis across municipal bond issuers and sectors.
• Actively construct and manage municipal bond portfolios for clients.
• Develop and maintain municipal bond strategies across SMA accounts balancing client risk/return objectives.
• Stay current on municipal bond market developments and contribute to market commentary.
• Execute fixed income trades across multiple platforms and monitor execution quality.
• Maintain compliance with MSRB and firm guidelines.

Skills

Municipal bond analysis

Portfolio management

Fixed income trading

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

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

CFA designation (preferred)

Tools

Bloomberg

Tradeweb

Fidelity

Schwab

BondNav

iCAP

Job description

Job Description

Bryn Mawr Trust, a WSFS Company, provides locally managed and collaborative wealth management solutions, including a broad array of planning and advisory services, investment management, trust and estate planning, brokerage and investment services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients through multiple integrated businesses.

The Municipal Bond Credit Analyst/PM reports directly to the Director of Fixed Income. This role is responsible for all areas of the firm’s municipal bond portfolio management including municipal bond trading, portfolio construction and issuer due diligence/credit research. In addition, this position will contribute to daily fixed income trading across other fixed income sectors for client portfolios.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed analysis across municipal bond issuers and sectors.
• Actively construct and manage municipal bond portfolios for clients.
• Develop and maintain municipal bond strategies across SMA accounts balancing client risk/return objectives.
• Strong and existing knowledge/understanding of the municipal bond market and geographic locations.
• Update and maintain the municipal bond issuer approved buy list. Monitor all credits on the list.
• Manage daily municipal bond trading across client portfolios.
• Monitor trade order screens to ensure timely execution of Investment Advisor trade orders.
• Remain current on developments within the municipal bond industry. Contribute to market and economic commentary while staying on top of current trends.
• Serve as the municipal bond expert within the organization.
• Execute fixed income trades across multiple fixed income trading platforms including but not limited to Fidelity, Altruist, Schwab, BondNav, iCAP, Bloomberg, and Tradeweb.
• Assigned additional duties as deemed necessary by the Director of Fixed Income and Chief Investment Officer.
• Maintain compliance with all firm and regulatory guidelines and procedures including MSRB.
• Provide fixed income support to Investment Advisors regarding fixed income strategies and fixed income investments.
• Strong understanding of municipal bond valuations and adhering to best price and execution.
• Proven track record in managing municipal bond SMA strategy is preferred.
• Strong municipal bond credit analysis skills.
• Working knowledge of trading on various custodian fixed income trading platforms as well as Bloomberg and Tradeweb.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 10-15 years of experience working as a municipal bond credit analyst and/or portfolio manager.
• Must have an advanced level in Microsoft Office suite, including analyzing data and using formulas in Excel, drafting documents in Word, and creating PowerPoint presentations.
• CFA designation and or advanced degree is preferred.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, integrity, and process excellence.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaborator who builds trust across senior leadership, advisors, and teams; Ability to adapt a culture of accountability, transparency, and excellence.
• Strong communication, analysis and interpersonal skills, with the presence to engage with senior leadership and external partners.

WSFS Bank will only consider candidates who are presently authorized to work for any employer in the United States and who will not require work visa sponsorship from WSFS Bank now or in the future in order to retain their authorization to work in the United States.

Salary Range

$111,440.00 - $183,082.25

Individual base pay may vary on additional factors such as the candidate’s experience, job-related skills, relevant education, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• a 401(k) plan
• life, accident, and disability insurance
• flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs)
• wellness programs
• paid parental leave
• military leave
• vacation and other paid time off
• sick leave in accordance with applicable state laws
• paid holidays

WSFS Bank is inclusive and supportive of individual needs. If you have a physical or other impairment that might require an accommodation, including technical assistance with the WSFS Bank Careers website or submission process, please contact us via email at [e-mail].

WSFS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.