A leading hedge fund is searching for a dynamic Fundamental Credit Analyst to join their growing, world-renowned team. Working in their London office, this position gives you the opportunity to provide in-depth analysis of Emerging Markets issuers.
What you will do:
- Execute rigorous credit analysis, encompassing Emerging Markets issuers.
- Conduct continuous screening and in-depth evaluation of issuer fundamentals and market dynamics within your designated coverage area.
- Undertake exhaustive investigations into special situations and financially distressed firms, devising and enhancing customised fundamental models.
- Originate trade ideas based on your analytic insights, which will be promptly submitted for implementation by discretionary Portfolio Managers.
- Exercise real-time monitoring and adaptability to fine-tune trade concepts throughout their life cycle.
- Execute relative-value assessments relative to industry peers within the same sector or sub-sector.
- Sustain and enhance bespoke models for specialised situations and high-conviction trades.
- Keep a vigilant eye on news developments and research publications related to all covered issuers.
- Foster and cultivate relationships with pertinent sell-side analysts and syndicates.
- Actively engage in internal meetings, fostering constructive dialogue with Portfolio Managers, quantitative analysts, and fellow research analysts.
Requirements:
- 5-10 years of experience.
- Strong understanding of company fundamentals, encompassing balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Possess excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Familiarity with core credit instruments such as Bonds, Credit Default Swaps (CDS), Index, and Loans is advantageous.
- Demonstrate an ability to thrive under pressure within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Showcase nimbleness and the capacity to respond promptly to unfolding news developments.
- Display an inclination toward innovative thinking and an independent thought process.
- Embrace adaptability and possess a dynamic approach to continuous learning.
If you are a driven and analytic professional with a passion for credit research, please apply now to join this dynamic, globally collaborative team! We look forward to reviewing your application and considering you for this opportunity.
