Macro Economic Research - Analyst
About The Position
SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges. In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd. The anticipated salary range for this role is between $110,000.00 and $125,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees. Role DescriptionThis position will report to the Head of Rates Strategy and work closely with the Chief Economist and interest rate strategy team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, or a related field.
- Familiarity with macroeconomics and the Federal Reserve system.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, including experience creating charts and data-driven presentations.
- Strong attention to detail, including the ability to proofread team’s content.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Excel macros is a plus.
- Knowledge of Bloomberg is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist in all aspects of the weekly production of our market and economic commentary, including the collection, processing and maintenance of time series data published by government statistical agencies. The Analyst will also help maintain databases of our research distribution lists.
- Support analysis of high-frequency economic indicators with training provided in forecasting and writing research commentary for publication.
- Create and maintain charts and visuals using Excel and PowerPoint.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
