Junior / Mid Credit Research Analyst

Job Description

Canada Life Asset Management manages over £41.9bn in fixed income, global equities, UK property and multi-asset solutions. Our investment options are designed to support our investors and their clients in meeting their long-term objectives. Our solutionsEach of our offerings has been built for a purpose, whether it sits at the core of a portfolio to provide long-term growth or to offer access into a specific global market. Our 40-year plus history as asset managers means we have the expertise to provide highquality multi-asset and risk-profiled solutions as well as attractive equity, fixed income, alternative funds, and real estate finance. Our heritageOur parent company, Great-West Lifeco, is a financially strong and stable global organisation, with total assets under administration of £1,341bn. We also have more than 31 million customers worldwide. As the oldest Canadian life assurance company, Great-WestLifecos foundations trace back to 1847 - meaning weve been helping our customers plan for the future for more than 170 years. Our teamCanada Life Asset Management has over 100 colleagues and includes more than 50 experienced investment professionals, with almost 20 years average industry experience and ten years average tenure at Canada Life Asset Management. What Were BuildingWe now need a Credit Research Analyst to support the transformation and the future growth of the business within the Asset Management function, so it can support Canada Lifes Investment Portfolios across UK, Europe and North America Job SummaryOur Asset Management Investment Division, based in the City of London, comprises a team of highly qualified investment specialists managing approximately £41.9 billion of assets. The Asset Management Division manages assets across Fixed Income, Equities andCommercial Property. The Credit Research Analyst role sits within the Credit Research team and you will be responsible for conducting fundamental and relative value credit research into investments in Fixed Income. The provision of high-quality credit research is vital in ensuringthe business invests its assets appropriately to support the overall business. What Youll Do• Evaluate credit investments to determine suitability of investment, propose internal credit rating, provide an outlook and present an assessment both verbally and written. • Regularly and actively monitor, review and update fundamental and relative value analysis on all holdings and sectors within assigned area of responsibilities in a timely manner. • Provide evaluation and monitoring, including forming views on industry dynamics and trends and relating back to existing and potential investments. • Responds to credit related questions in a timely manner. • Communicate to appropriate stakeholders current credit reviews, opinions, proposals and outlooks in both written form and verbally. • Pro-actively contribute in a collaborative and constructive manner to team and departmental discussions on credit positions and strategy. • Complete other required tasks in a timely manner and to a high level of accuracy. Who You Are• Strong written and verbal communication skills. • 2-7 years of experience in the investment industry/credit research. • Excellent time management skills and flexibility to change priorities to meet deadlines. • Strong analytical skills together with the ability to gather information and use it to draw sound conclusions and present strong arguments. • Continually develop knowledge and skills required for credit and fixed income research. • Responds well to coaching, mentoring, feedback and oversight Qualifications• Minimum 2:1 degree (or equivalent) from a top tier university, preferably in a numerate subject, demonstrating an ability to think quantitatively. • Studying for the CFA or equivalent (e.g. a Chartered Accountant) - Desirable but not mandatory Benefits of working at Canada LifeWe believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package thats regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, youll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pensionand bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada LifeOur culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationshipswe have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. Thats why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusionBuilding an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress were making in DEI,and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all."Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. Were happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for.