Michael Page   PGIM

 

Graduate Investment Analyst

London

Salary: Competitive overall package

Position Type: Permanent

 

  • Exposure to European investment grade and high yield bond and leverage loan markets
  • Strong academic background, in economics, finance or maths (2:1 min)

Details about the Client

PGIM Fixed Income (PGIM) is a global fixed income asset manager with US$652 billion in assets under management as of June 30, 2016, making it one of the largest fixed income managers in the world. Our parent company is Prudential Financial, Inc

Detailed Job Description

The successful candidate will be part of a growing and exciting team that is an integrated part of a large and global fixed income business.

They will work closely with senior members of the team and will learn & develop exceptional financial modelling, analytical and investment analysis skills, negotiation & presentation skills and will have exposure to the European investment grade and high yield bond and leverage loan markets.

Successful Investment Analysts will assist with the evaluation of new investment opportunities by performing fundamental research analysis of companies, which would include qualitative analysis, financial modelling and review of due diligence. They will also support ongoing critical monitoring of existing portfolio positions.

Candidate's Profile

The ideal candidate:

  • Strong academic background. Minimum of 2:1 degree or equivalent
  • Minimum of 320 UCAS points or equivalent (excluding General Studies) and to include either mathematics or economics A level
  • Has a genuine interest in investments and financial markets;
  • Is a strong team player who is inquisitive, self-motivated and industrious;
  • Has strong written and oral communication skills;
  • Enjoys working closely with other people;
  • Is detail orientated, able to set priorities and complete simultaneous projects;
  • Has strong analytical skills and enjoys thinking about and solving complex issues;
  • Possesses strong quantitative skills, with the ability to easily use spreadsheets and models; and
  • Must be able to meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high quality of work.
  • Computer proficiency with a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn new and proprietary applications
  • Candidates who have completed internships and / or have work experience will be viewed favourably

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

What's on offer

What PGIM Fixed Income offers:

  • An excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and intelligent graduate to become part of a successful and expanding team
  • A stimulating and challenging career for the successful candidate
  • The opportunity to work in a professional, collaborative and enjoyable environment - we know that the best investment decisions will be generated by using the intellect and skills of a complete team
  • Structured training as well as extensive training on the job, with early responsibility and the freedom to develop your skills
  • The encouragement and support to pursue a CFA qualification
  • A competitive salary and performance-related bonus
  • A competitive benefits package that includes private medical insurance and a company defined contribution pension scheme.

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

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