Fixed Income Analyst

Job title: Fixed Income Analyst

Job description: Our Company

Picton Mahoney Asset Management (“PMAM”) was founded in 2004 to provide unique investment solutions to institutional, retail and high net worth investors in Canada and around the world. We are proud to say that we are 100% employee-owned and manage approximately $10 billion in sub-advisory, pension plan and hedge fund assets on behalf of our clients. We are honoured to make the ranks as one of Canada’s Top-8 Employers as recognized through Great Place to Work® in 2020 and 2021, one of Canada’s 2020 Best Workplaces™ in Financial Services & Insurance, and 2021 Best Workplaces™ for Women. The core values at Picton Mahoney guide the employee experience and contribute to the culture which fosters strong, transparent relationships.

Why Work at Picton Mahoney?

Picton Mahoney Asset Management is a place where employees can be proud of building a rewarding career that offers growth and the opportunity to evolve within a supportive culture that focuses on professional development. Over the past 15 years, we have learned from feedback and have developed strategies and programs that enhance employee engagement and improve the employee experience. As our values state: We work together; fully engaged and aligned. We support each other, and our actions contribute to the strategic goals of our firm. We are highly focused on continuous improvement while driving positive change and stronger results across our team and the firm. We believe in integrity and always “doing the right thing” for our clients, colleagues and the firm. We are committed to performance, excellence and winning. At Picton Mahoney, “stepping up” is an action, not a thought, which results in the development and implementation of those ideas. We accept full responsibility for personal performance and results. We believe in being open when providing and receiving feedback, because it makes us better at what we do best.

The Opportunity

Picton Mahoney Asset Management is presently seeking an extremely self-motivated, career-oriented individual to join as a Fixed Income Analyst. As the successful candidate, you will directly support our Portfolio Managers and Bond team with fundamental credit analysis while gaining direct exposure to the portfolio management process from a top-down macro and bottom-up perspective. As a member of the Fixed Income team, you will be responsible for idea generation, sector coverage, analytical support and monitoring time sensitive market information and news. Areas of focus will be on global corporate bonds including high yield, investment grade, convertibles and preferred shares.

Responsibilities of the Role

• Research ideas for the firm’s Fixed Income portfolios, including long and short thesis statements in conjunction with analyst initiatives
• Conduct financial analysis (relative value, financial modelling, etc.) for the research team
• Monitor existing portfolios for changes in investment thesis
• Provide support on all aspects of the portfolio management process including construction, implementation and risk monitoring
• Conduct independent, fundamental research on the key drivers of fixed income securities
• Maintain effective dialogue with Analysts and Portfolio Managers as new developments arise
• Provide thorough research including corporate evaluation, covenant analysis, and industry understanding
• Work with Portfolio Managers to continuously improve the risk/reward of the fixed income portfolios

The Qualifications and Experience Required

• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience as an Analyst, including fixed income/equity sales, trading, investment banking, or buy-side experience
• Strong fundamental and quantitative analysis skills with keen attention to detail
• Ability to put forth investment recommendations in a clear and concise manner both written and verbally
• Minimum of Bachelors’ degree or equivalent in Economics, Finance, Engineering, or Business Administration
• CFA or progress toward the charter would be an asset
• Solid understanding of fixed income analysis and risk metrics and enthusiasm for capital markets and global fixed income investing
• Understanding of macro and international economics
• Approaches career with a positive and growth-oriented mindset that radiates a natural passion, enthusiasm and core personal values that respects others and ethics
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to team goals and greater collaboration
• Experience with short selling and derivatives is preferred
• Experience with credit sales and trading and market technical is a strong asset
• Exhibits a natural and high-level intellectual curiosity when researching new topics; inquisitive nature, independent thinker and self-starter
• An ability to produce high-quality and/or final work product and solutions in a rapidly changing environment with tight deadlines, with the skill to prioritize to ensure timely and accurate delivery
• Excellent time management, analytical thinking, problem solving, and verbal and written communication skills

Above all, we’re looking for individuals with a mindset to think differently and who are inspired to make BIG impact. If you think that you will excel in this multi-faceted role, we want to hear from you!

Our Commitment to Employees

Picton Mahoney Asset Management is proud to offer our employees with generous perks and programs that enhance the career experience with our firm, including: Corporate Wellness & Fitness Reimbursement, Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up, Peer Performance Recognition Awards, Semi-Annual Performance Bonuses, Generous Annual Vacation Entitlement (minimum of 15 days/year), Tuition Reimbursement, Extensive Medical & Dental Benefits, Healthcare Spending Account and more.

Health and Safety

We are doing our part to ensure the health and safety of all of our employees and visitors and to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Our office will allow for social distancing and ensuring new routines are followed, such as hand sanitizing, thorough disinfection and cleaning, mask wearing, and other protective equipment. In addition, all employees and visitors who visit our office will be mandated to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Picton Mahoney Asset Management is proud to be recognized by Great Place to Work® as a 2021 “Best Workplaces for Inclusion” and 2021 “Best Workplaces for Women”. We are committed to providing an equitable and fair work environment for everyone and all hiring and other personnel actions will be taken without regard to race, colour, creed, religion, sex, disability, gender identity, gender expression, family status, age, language or national origin. If you require an accommodation at any point in time throughout the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (416) 955-4108 or at accessibility@pictonmahoney.com

Company: Picton Mahoney Asset Management

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Location: Picton, ON

Job date: Thu, 11 Nov 2021 01:05:27 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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