Fixed Income Investment Analyst – US Interest Rates

Capital Group • Broken Arrow, OK

13d • $140,000 - $320,000

About The Position

Capital Fixed Income Investors (CFII) invests across fixed income markets with $500bn of assets under management. As the business continues to grow its fixed income capabilities, it is looking for a talented individual to join the team to provide analytical coverage across US interest rates. ’I am the person Capital Group is looking for” Primary Responsibilities: Conduct financial and macro analysis (incorporating financial system activity, economic research and monetary policy trends) necessary to develop views on US government bonds and similar instruments (including swaps, futures, options and other derivatives that can express views on the direction of US interest rates) Make investment recommendations to portfolio managers and manage a portfolio of securities drawn from your sector coverage Maintain contact with relevant industry participants and policy makers Independently manage an investment portfolio. Portfolio construction process will focus on top-down investment ideas. Focus on generating superior long-term investment results for our shareholders. Works to surpass goals, seizing opportunities to push the envelope and deliver value for clients. Has the ability to successfully operate as part of a team as well as the confidence to think independently, respectfully challenge their colleagues, and develop conviction in their theses.

Requirements

• Track record of working effectively in a team environment. Candidates will be comfortable collaborating with a range of internal stakeholders.
• 3-10 years of relevant experience. Candidates will have had at least 3 years’ experience in fixed income in a strategist, trading, risk management, or research role.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates will be comfortable presenting research in a variety of different ways, including through thematic reports, weekly briefings and oral presentations.
• Excellent academic qualifications. Candidates will have a strong academic background, with a bachelor’s degree and ideally, a relevant post-graduate qualification (eg, MBA, CFA, MS in Finance/Economics).
• Open, dynamic and intellectually curious, with an ability to make decisions in a market environment of uncertainly and ambiguity.
• Well-organized self-starter with the communication skills to work within the firm’s demanding and highly focused environment.
• Clear commitment to Capital’s culture, values and approach.
• Shares Capital’s passion for its clients’ success and demonstrates a highly collegial nature.
• Willingness to travel to engage with investment colleagues and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and macro analysis (incorporating financial system activity, economic research and monetary policy trends) necessary to develop views on US government bonds and similar instruments (including swaps, futures, options and other derivatives that can express views on the direction of US interest rates)
• Make investment recommendations to portfolio managers and manage a portfolio of securities drawn from your sector coverage
• Maintain contact with relevant industry participants and policy makers
• Independently manage an investment portfolio. Portfolio construction process will focus on top-down investment ideas.
• Focus on generating superior long-term investment results for our shareholders.
• Works to surpass goals, seizing opportunities to push the envelope and deliver value for clients.
• Has the ability to successfully operate as part of a team as well as the confidence to think independently, respectfully challenge their colleagues, and develop conviction in their theses.

Benefits

• In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital’s annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings.
• You can learn more about our compensation and benefits here.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees