Emerging Markets Credit Research Analyst - Aegon AM

Aegon Asset Management•Cedar Rapids, IA

4d•$145,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Aegon Asset Management is seeking an Emerging Markets Credit Research Analyst based in its Chicago or Cedar Rapids, Iowa office. The analyst will provide fundamental credit research on emerging-market corporate fixed-income issuers across multiple industries in Latin America. The position requires communicating fundamental views and trade recommendations to portfolio managers and other investment professionals across Aegon AM’s global platform. Aegon Asset Management is a global investor with more than 350 investment professionals managing and advising on US$446 billion in assets. Its 1,130 employees work across 16 locations in Europe, the Americas, and Asia. The firm emphasizes fundamental, research-driven active management, effective risk management, and responsible investment. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without immigration sponsorship or the need for the company to serve as an employer of record for immigration employment purposes. This position is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship. The estimated salary range is $145,000–$200,000 annually. The position is typically eligible for an annual bonus under the Company Bonus Plan, based on individual performance and at the company’s discretion. The company offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package. The role is identified as hybrid in the listing, with the office location in Chicago or Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts degree required.
6 to 8 years of experience in the investment industry or a closely related industry.
Experience in a research position.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without immigration-related employment sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

MBA.
Prior coverage of emerging-market corporates.
Spanish language proficiency.
Fluency with Microsoft Excel and Bloomberg.
CFA Charter.

Responsibilities

Provide value-added fundamental analysis of emerging-market corporate fixed-income issuers in multiple industries within Latin America.
Gather and analyze data, assess trends, forecast key metrics, and provide outlooks on emerging-market companies.
Monitor macroeconomic, political, industry, and market conditions and assess how trends and themes may affect company credit quality and market prices.
Apply an understanding of relative value, market technicals, and sentiment to fundamental analysis to identify attractive investment opportunities.
Communicate original, defensible, and actionable trade recommendations intended to generate excess returns for clients across the global platform.
Maintain and publish value-added content and reports on covered emerging-market companies.
Develop and maintain relationships with external experts and other research counterparts.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Annual bonus for eligible employees, subject to the Company Bonus Plan and company discretion.
Pension plan.
401(k) match.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Tuition reimbursement.
Disability insurance.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Employee discounts.
Career training and development opportunities.
Paid time off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten paid holidays per year, typically mirroring New York Stock Exchange holidays.
Be Well holistic wellness program, including wellness coaching and reward dollars.
Paid parental leave of 15 days per calendar year for eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth or child placement.
Adoption assistance.
Employee Assistance Program.
College Coach Program.
Back-Up Care Program.
Paid time off for volunteer hours.
Employee matching gifts program.
Employee Resource Groups.
Inclusion and diversity programs.
Employee recognition program.
Referral bonus programs.