Fixed Income Sr. Research Associate at MFS Investment Management

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Credit Analysis, Financial Data Collection, Financial Modeling, Investment Reports, Analytical Skills, Independent Work, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word

Industry

Investment Management

Description

At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters – to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures. THE ROLE The Fixed Income department is responsible for the research, management and trading of all fixed income securities and the execution of all currency transactions. The Fixed Income Research Department has research analysts and associates who analyze the credit quality of issuers and issues being considered for purchase or currently held in the portfolios. They analyze industry factors, company fundamentals and debt structure issues. It is their responsibility to make buy-hold-sell recommendations based on the relative value of the security in the market place. WHAT YOU WILL DO Conduct credit analysis of issuers across a variety of European high yield industries. Collect financial data and other relevant market information from databases, financial statements and management interviews for use in financial modeling and credit/investment reports. Assume additional projects and responsibilities as required. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR One to three years of relevant experience in fixed income, equities, baking or a consultancy. Bachelor's degree and a strong interest in developing a career in fixed income. Exceptional analytical skills, ability to gather and concisely compile large amounts of information. Ability to work independently on complex projects. Computer/modeling skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, etc. #LI-HYBRID At MFS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply - you might be just the right candidate for this role or others. What we offer: At MFS, we view our employees as family — and like you, we want our family happy and healthy. That's why we provide competitive benefits programs and family-friendly policies which support the work-life balance needs of our employees. MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting. If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email talent_acquisition@mfs.com for assistance. MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited. Please see the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal document, linked for your reference. For almost a century, investors around the world have trusted MFS to achieve their investment goals. Since 1924, when our founders invented the mutual fund, collaboration, a long-term focus and skilled active research have fueled our success. As a leading global investment manager, we hire employees who share our values, align with investors who share our long-term philosophy, and always act in the best interest of our clients. Click the link below to return to Job Search Home Page: https://mfs.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MFS-Careers

Responsibilities

Conduct credit analysis of issuers across various European high yield industries and collect financial data for investment reports. Make buy-hold-sell recommendations based on the relative value of securities in the market.