Research Analyst

Neuberger Berman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Neuberger Berman in New York seeks a Research Analyst to join the Municipal Fixed Income team. You will work with Research Analysts and Portfolio Managers to generate investment ideas across tax-exempt and taxable municipal bond portfolios, applying AI and data tools to enhance research efficiency and insights.

The role emphasizes rigorous financial modeling, credit analysis, and presenting written reports and credit reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred with a strong academic record.
• 3–5+ years of research experience preferred.
• Experience or interest in the municipal bond market and data/AI tools.
• Strong communication skills to influence portfolio outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Proactively research and implement investment ideas across coverage sectors.
• Evaluate sector trends and provide actionable investment recommendations.
• Produce financial models, credit analysis, and written credit reports and presentations.
• Utilize data analysis tools and AI applications to enhance research depth and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to automate workflows and monitor credit trends across sectors.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and maintain industry relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written/verbal communication

Familiarity with AI tools

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AI tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Research Analyst to join the Municipal Fixed Income team in New York. Our goal is to deepen our research capabilities through both fundamental credit analysis and the thoughtful use of technology and data tools. The role will work closely with Research Analysts and Portfolio Managers to generate investment ideas across tax-exempt and taxable municipal bond portfolios. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills along with an interest in applying emerging AI and data tools to enhance research efficiency and investment insights.

Responsibilities

Proactively research, identify and implement investment ideas across coverage sectors. Evaluate and integrate sector trends into actionable investment recommendations. Maintain a high quality and consistent work product with respect to financial modeling, analysis of credit/ sector trends, written credit reports and credit review presentations to Portfolio Managers. Utilize data analysis tools and emerging AI applications to improve the efficiency, depth, and consistency of credit research. Identify ways to automate routine workflows, organize large data sets, and enhance monitoring of credit trends across sectors. Apply technology tools to support idea generation, scenario analysis, and surveillance of portfolio risks. Establish and maintain industry relationships within covered sectors.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred with a strong academic record. 3-5+ years of research experience preferred. Experience or demonstrated interest in the municipal bond market. Proficient written and verbal communication skills sufficient to share ideas and influence portfolio outcomes. Familiarity with AI tools, data platforms, or automation tools that can enhance research efficiency and idea generation. Interest in applying emerging technologies to improve how data is gathered, organized, and analyzed across sectors. Candidate must be hard-working and proactive who enjoys working in a fast-paced trading desk environment, with the ability to independently evaluate investment ideas within covered sectors. Relationship skills to work successfully within the Municipal Fixed Income department and to work cooperatively across the Neuberger Berman organization. Series 7 & 66 within 6 months of joining. Applicants must be authorized and have the right to work in the country where the role is located without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Compensation Details

The salary range for this role is $115,000-$140,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the job posting location. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, business sector, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, market benchmarking data, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, which, along with base salary and retirement contributions, is part of our total comprehensive package. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement, life insurance and other benefits to eligible employees. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, production, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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