Associate Municipal Research Analyst

GW&K Investment Management • Boston, MA

22d • $85,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Municipal Research Analyst will be responsible for comprehensive credit analysis in all sectors of the investment grade municipal market.

Requirements

• 1 - 4 years municipal bond credit analysis
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, and CreditScope
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills
• Capable of working in self-directed manner as well as a team player

Nice To Haves

• CFA or progress towards CFA preferred
• Experience with broad array of sectors preferred

Responsibilities

• Review primary and secondary market offerings to determine credit quality with accompanying detailed written and spreadsheet analysis.
• Perform ongoing surveillance on current holdings.
• Monitor credit and sector trends for existing holdings.
• Clear oral and written presentation skills.
• Discuss credit risk and attributes with portfolio managers.
• Work with traders to optimize execution of trades.
• Participate in team special projects and contribute to enhancements of the research process and database.
• Prepare weekly, monthly and other periodic reports in support of research team meetings and functions.
• Write and execute queries from the research database.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level