Credit Analyst – Utilities recruitment
To analyse and evaluate the fundamental creditworthiness of companies in the utilities and other sectors that fall within his/her remit, in order to express substantiated opinions on business financial performance, ratings direction, relative value, investment recommendations and monitor positions across portfolios
Analysing and assessing the creditworthiness of issuers in the Utilities and other sectors, across both investment grade and cross over credits.
Providing a clear view on sector trends and themes, underlying business risks, financial strength and liquidity as well as associated group strategies.
Monitoring any material 'credit drivers' related to these issuers and regularly keep portfolio managers informed through portfolio holding reviews as well as periodic sector updates.
Providing 'backup coverage' for team colleagues on other major sectors
Working closely with several senior portfolio managers across different asset classes and fund types. Propose relative value trades.
REQUIRED PROFILE
University degree or business school qualification deemed equivalent
3 to 4 years' experience in the field of credit analysis with an asset management firm, an investment bank or a rating agency
In-depth knowledge of accounting financial statements, as well as key ratio metrics
Excellent knowledge of the most widely used office IT applications (MS Office - Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Bloomberg systems
Fluent in English and solid knowledge of French
Candidate expected to reside in Switzerland