Non-Agency RMBS & CLO Research Analyst/Associate
Job Description:
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Job Description:
The analyst would have the opportunity to work in the top ranked team for RMBS and CLO Research. The team has been ranked 1st multiple years in a row in various investor surveys. Since 2021, the RMBS, CLO & Securitized Products team have been ranked 1st in the Extel/Institutional Investors Survey Rankings, Awarded Best Research by the LSTA / Deal Catalyst since they started the awards process in 2022 and the Most Helpful Research desk in the Greenwich survey.
Research Analysts are responsible for monitoring market statistics, conducting primary research individual sectors they cover, writing franchise pieces and servicing institutional clients. Sample responsibilities and projects include:
- Conducting in-depth sector and market research on Housing, Corporate Credit and mortgage trends
- Track borrower performance in RMBS & CLO deals, track issuance trends in the sector & highlight pertinent observations
- Perform statistical analysis using SQL, analyze collateral quality metrics and cash flow distributions to formulate broad-based market recommendations
- Publishing sector updates on a regular basis and assist teams in producing weekly, monthly, and quarterly research publications
- Prepare presentation/marketing materials for senior associates/clients on an ad-hoc basis
- Initiating and building relationships with clients and within the bank to develop a network of contacts appropriate to the industry, country or asset market covered
- Visit & discuss strategies in Client meetings and respond to requests on data, strategy and market insights
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required (Computer Science, Statistics, Economics, or Finance background not necessary but a plus)
- SQL, Excel and Python skills or prior experience with similar data processing languages a plus
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail; exercise strong quality control over own work
- Ability & willingness to work hard
Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)Hours Per Week:
40Pay Transparency details
US - NY - New York - ONE BRYANT PARK - BANK OF AMERICA TOWER (NY1100)Pay and benefits informationPay range$110,000.00 - $175,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.Discretionary incentive eligibleThis role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.BenefitsThis role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.