High Yield Research Analyst
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Job Summary
WHO IS WESTERN ASSET
Western Asset Management focuses on supporting our clients financial goals and creating positive outcomes for all kinds of people. Primarily a globally integrated fixed-income manager we source ideas and investment solutions worldwide with an emphasis on long-term fundamental value investing using multiple diversified strategies.
About the Department
Western Asset is a global asset management firm renowned for its expertise in fixed-income investments. Operating as a cohesive team we leverage an open integrated investment platform to deliver superior results. Our collegial team culture is a significant asset enabling us to harness the combined experience and fixed-income acumen of our investment professionals worldwide. With over $220 billion USD in fixed income strategies managed globally we pride
ourselves on our dedication to excellence and collaborative spirit.
Western Asset is owned by Franklin Templeton a diversified firm that spans
asset management wealth management and fintech giving us many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. With clients in over 150 countries and offices on six continents youll get exposed to different cultures people and business development happening around the world.
As a High Yield Research Analyst you will play a pivotal role in our investment decision-making process. Your responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive analysis and research to support our fixed-income strategies. Join us and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional investment outcomes.
How You Will Add Value
Research and analysis of specific corporate issuers and issues in a number of Europeanindustries/sectors to include healthcare
pharmaceuticals chemicals and other basicindustries.Provide support in the monitoring of both existing issues held in client portfolios as wellas new issues.
Conduct in-depth analysis of cash bonds while also monitoring and evaluating trends inthe credit default swaps market.
Remain current with macroeconomic trends and strategies as well as withdevelopments in the fixed income market and investment industry.
What will help you be successful
Strong experience in credit research including coverage of the healthcarepharmaceuticals and chemicals.
An ability to research and analyse companies credit fundamentals as well as fixedincome securities covenants and indentures.
A developed understanding of the drivers of credit risk premia and of relative valuebetween bonds.
Demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills and be comfortable withpresenting technical material.
Highly motivated and conscientious with an aptitude for taking
initiative within a teamenvironment.Undergraduate degree in Business Finance or Economics majors preferred CFAdesirable.
About Western Asset
At Western Asset were saying hello to the future. Committed to being the leading fixed-income investment management firm in the world were investing in new technologies methodologies and markets. Were also investing in our people. Our business is guided by a belief in doing the right thing: that if we treat our clients and colleagues with fairness and respect success will follow. Were building on our reputation and resources with an entrepreneurial approach that drives innovation. Every day is an opportunity for us to get better by making the most of the possibilities that our people and ideas can bring.
We believe an inclusive and respectful workplace promotes the formation of different ideas and viewpoints enhances independent thinking and helps create a work environment where the best ideas are identified and implemented. We are committed to unlocking the potential of our team by providing an inclusive and supportive environment that offers everyone the chance to grow personally advance professionally and participate fully in the Firms success.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO)
Western Asset Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age marital status medical condition (including pregnancy and related conditions) physical or mental disability protected veteran status and/or any other characteristic protected by law.
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About Company
Franklin Templeton Investments is a global investment manager. At the core of our business are multiple world-class investment management groups – Franklin, Templeton and Mutual Series – each operating independently and offering their distinct perspectives to financial advisors and th ... View more
