Vice President – High Yield Credit – Leading US Ratings Agency

My client is a leading US ratings agency who are looking to make senior level hires within their High Yield Corporate Credit teams for both their Hong Kong Beijing Offices.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 to 15 years of relevant analytical experience preferably analyzing the High Yield corporate sector with focus on Greater China, preferably in another financial institution or major research house.  
 

Responsibilities

The individual will be responsible for a portfolio of Chinese companies analysed by the firm.  The role will involve ongoing analysis of the High Yield Credit profile of rated Chinese corporates and demonstrating in-depth knowledge of the Chinese operating environment. It is expected the individual hired will have the capability to manage client relationships at a very senior level and be able to write comprehensive and thought provoking research on individual companies and industry sectors. The role requires frequent interaction with investors, intermediaries and issuers, and managing assigned relationships. An ability to confidently interact with outside parties is therefore a prerequisite for this role. 

Qualifications

 - Graduate in finance, corporate finance, accounting, economics or related discipline with postgraduate qualifications an advantage. 
- A minimum of 10 to 15 years of relevant analytical experience preferably analyzing the high yield corporate sector with focus in China, probably in another financial institution or major research house.  
- Strong quantitative aptitude and demonstrated analytical ability. 
- Understanding of complex transaction structures, with exposure to documentation review. 
- Strong organizational skills with sound judgment. 
- Mature and balanced personality with ability to manage high level and often complex client relationships. 
- Articulate and succinct communication skills both verbally and in writing with extensive public speaking experience ideal.  Previous experience writing research in either an equity or credit market context would be advantageous.  
- Fluent in both English and Mandarin highly advantageous

This opportunity is open to only the highest quality candidates who have the fundamental skills and ambition to join one of the most respected teams in the industry. Due to the nature of the role, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

 

If you feel you have the skills and determination to succeed in this role, please forward your detailed resume in MS Word Format to apply.a33hoj2vxv@selbyjennings.aptrack.co.uk

 

This is an URGENT HIRE so applicants who apply first will have an advantage.

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September 19, 2013 • Tags:  • Posted in: Financial

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