Credit Research Analyst - Indian Market - BFSI

Job Title: Senior Research Analyst

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- The Senior Research Analyst is responsible for executing the research and content of multiple industries, including financial sponsors

- Supports credit risk management teams of global banks in credit risk assessment of corporates, through thorough assessment of its credit strengths and weakness and weighing the business and financial risk profile.

- Conducts independent company-specific analysis, including preparation/ update of financial models/spreads

- Writes research reports that summarize analysis & findings, with minimal supervision, and requiring little editing or input from senior team members

- Manages deliverables with a focus on accuracy, completeness and timeliness of data

- Contributes to planning around new content necessary or beneficial to existing clients in conjunction with the team

- Serve as a resource/mentor for junior team members and participating in transition training, as necessary

FUNCTIONAL & BEHAVIOURAL KNOWLEDGE

- Has good in-depth knowledge of relevant industries and sectors

- Strong understanding of core finance and accounting concepts

- Has proven judgment in analyzing industry or company related trends

- Ensures coverage is thorough and competitive

PROBLEM SOLVING

- Identifies and resolves complex research issues and takes a new perspective on existing solutions

INTERACTIONS

- Strong inter-personal skills and ability to participate/contribute as a team player

- Good communication and reasoning skills, ability to present research effectively to credit officers

MINIMUM & PREFERRED EDUCATION

- Required; Masters in Finance/Economics or MBA. CFA certifications will be an advantage

MINIMUM & PREFERRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS

- 4+ years prior experience in credit risk/research of global corporates (public as well as private)