Asia Pacific Credit Analyst recruitment

Summary of Position Responsibilities:

Provide credit analysis and support origination of Asia Pacific corporate bonds or other credit products, with an emphasis on Australian issuers.

Dimensions of Position:

  1. Increase portfolio yield and operating earnings through purchases of credit bonds or products;
  2. Actively manage portfolio credit exposure in order to limit losses/downgrades;
  3. Provide support to Australian dollar denominated portfolio initiatives.

Principal Accountabilities of Position:

  1. Conduct fundamental research, provide timely analysis of new corporate credits and other credit products (e.g., project financing), and perform analysis on existing holdings;
  2. Build and maintain relationships with broker/dealers, and directly with issuers if possible, to source proper credit assets for the portfolio;
  3. Actively monitor the portfolio credit exposure and complete timely periodic credit reviews;
  4. Assist in developing new asset classes as appropriate to enhance portfolio risk adjusted returns;
  5. Support other investment-related efforts, such as impairment reviews, quarterly portfolio reviews, business plan, investment assumptions, and other critical support functions.

Competencies:

  1. At least 5 years of proven credit or investment analysis experience; prior experience with Australian corporates and fixed income markets preferred. Deal sourcing capability a plus;
  2. A self-motivated individual with a high degree of analytical orientation, intellectual curiosity and attention to details; excellent decision making and problem-solving skills;
  3. Strong teamwork-driven attitude and ability to work with people at all levels of the organization;
  4. Strong accounting and financial analysis skills and knowledge of/experience in financial models and quantitative analysis;
  5. Excellent communication skills with good command of written and spoken English;
  6. Knowledge of current events/trends impacting business issues (i.e., macro-economics, socio-political, industry, etc.);
  7. Experience in evaluating relative value and equity valuation is helpful;
  8. MBA and / or CFA desirable.