Investment Research Analyst

<p><strong>Investment Analyst (Investment Grade Credit Research)</strong></p><p><strong>Coolabah Capital Investments</strong></p><p>Miami, USA</p><p>Investment Management (Banking &amp; Financial Services)</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>About the business</strong></p><p>Coolabah Capital Investments is a leading global fixed-income investor managing over USD $14 billion for institutional and retail clients. The Firm focuses on generating alpha from security-specific positions through highly quantitative proprietary models combined with comprehensive credit research. The team includes <span>total of 61 employees located in London, Miami, Nassau, Sydney, Melbourne and Auckland with</span> 14-person portfolio management team and 22 investment analysts.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>The role is a buy-side credit research investment analyst position in <strong>Miami (in-person)</strong> reporting to the Head of Credit Research in Melbourne, Australia and working with investment professionals in Miami, London, Nassau, and Sydney. The role is a permanent, full-time position, and the successful candidate will be expected to be in the office 5 days a week. <strong>No recruiters, part-time, or contract hires.</strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Participation in the investment process including conducting deep dive financial analysis, detailed reviews of industry dynamics, financial statements and other listed company disclosures;</li><li>Providing independent views on the fundamental creditworthiness of issuers (corporates and government entities) and instruments to portfolio managers;</li><li>Production of thorough written research reports and detailed financial models concluding with investment recommendations on new and existing investments;</li><li>Direct involvement in meetings and conference calls with the management of listed and unlisted companies; </li><li>Monitoring ESG developments – identifying portfolio risks and opportunities. Provide support to the wider firm regarding ESG related processes and policy changes to develop, implement and continually monitor appropriate corporate governance standards; and</li><li>Other responsibilities to further the growth of the company and brand. </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Benefits and perks</strong></p><ul><li>It is expected a market-competitive contract will be agreed with the opportunity to participate in the bonus pool, including equity participation over time.</li><li>The work will be demanding and highly rewarding with the right candidate able to assume significant responsibilities and contribute directly to portfolio performance.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Skills and experience</strong></p><p>We are considering highly motivated candidates with approximately 3-5 years’ analyst experience within credit asset management, investment banking, management consulting, fund management, insurance asset management, and/or family office investment management.</p><ul><li>The ideal candidate is looking to make a long-term commitment to their next position in the financial markets and possesses the following attributes:</li><li>Team player;</li><li>Excellent time-management skills;</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills allowing the candidate to succinctly convey their views;</li><li>Advanced financial modelling skills;</li><li>Solid financial analysis skills and understanding of accounting principles;</li><li>Strong interest in domestic and global financial markets;</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail;</li><li>Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team;</li><li>High-intensity work ethic and willingness to work outside normal hours;</li><li>Track record of high academic achievement;</li><li>High levels of honesty/reliability/dependability;</li><li>A keen interest in improving the governance, transparency, and sustainability in individual companies and investment markets more broadly;</li><li>Industry specific qualifications such as CFA, CA, etc. desirable;</li><li>Full working rights in the US;</li><li>Visas will not be sponsored at this time</li></ul>