Fixed Income Research Analyst
About The Position
Allspring Global Investments is seeking a US Investment Grade Credit Research Analyst to support its fixed income portfolio management teams. The analyst will conduct fundamental analysis of companies in assigned industries, focusing on financial performance, competitive industry positioning, and management quality. This analysis will inform relative value evaluations and investment recommendations for portfolio managers. The position is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and follows a hybrid working model requiring four days per week in the office. The role includes producing written research, communicating findings to investment teams and market participants, and representing Allspring’s research capabilities at client or consultant meetings.
Requirements
- Degree qualification.
- Strong analytical skills, particularly in financial statement analysis and assessing industry trends.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, electronically, and in writing.
- Ability to work collaboratively in close quarters with peers and amid varying interruptions.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
- Ability to operate computer programs and software.
- Day-to-day contact with others, including co-workers and/or the public.
Nice To Haves
- CFA designation or progress toward attaining the CFA designation.
- Two to three years of relevant industry experience in credit or equity research.
- Ability to exercise judgment in time management and work prioritization.
- Experience with Bloomberg and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
Responsibilities
- Perform fundamental credit analysis, including financial statement analysis and evaluation of financial policy, management quality and strategy, and competitive position.
- Assess broad industry trends, including changes in competition, regulation, and market dynamics, and evaluate their investment implications.
- Produce written research supporting fundamental and relative value recommendations and communicate effectively with traders and portfolio managers.
- Participate in daily, weekly, and quarterly research meetings and other meetings relevant to the investment process.
- Work with portfolio managers and other research analysts on ad hoc projects as appropriate.
- Represent Allspring Global Investments’ research capabilities at client and/or consultant meetings.
- Attend company and industry presentations, liaise with sell-side contacts, and build relationships with market participants such as rating agency analysts.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package that may include participation in a performance-linked incentive program, such as annual discretionary bonuses or other incentive or sales plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
