Associate Analyst – Sovereign recruitment

Responsibilities

Undertake fundamental economic research and quantitative analysis to support senior analysts in the rating process
Prepare economic and financial spreadsheets
Develop, monitor and maintain analytical databases
Support rating analysts in monitoring a portfolio of countries forecasting macroeconomics and monitoring economic, financial and political developments
Support rating analysts in: creating graphs, tables, spreadsheets, collecting and presenting comparative statistics, formulating ratios, conducting ad-hoc reporting and special projects as needed
Assist in drafting of rating committee recommendation memoranda and research publications
Participate in internal credit discussions meetings with external parties

Qualifications

Strong academic background – undergraduate or graduate degree, preferably in Economics or International Relations; Finance, International Business and/or Public Administration may also be acceptable
Progress towards a CIMA/ACCA/CFA professional qualification would be highly beneficial

Experience

Economic research experience essential
Relevant experience in the financial sector, government or consulting would be an advantage; previous macroeconomic analysis experience highly beneficial

Technical skills

Strong MS Office skills: principally Excel (including use of macros), Word, and PowerPoint
Strong knowledge of macroeconomic principles
Good quantitative skills
Financial/statistical research capabilities

Non technical skills and qualities

Excellent oral communication skills – able to communicate clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in writing
Strong attention to detail
Highly organised and efficient
Ability to consistently meet tight deadlines
Ability to be proactive and exercise own initiative
Ability to work effectively and contribute within a diverse team

Language skills

Fluency in English and at least one other major European language essential, additional languages advantageous

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