Overview
We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Fixed Income Analyst / Fund Manager to join our PMS team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analyzing fixed income securities and managing fixed income portfolios. The role will involve identifying investment opportunities, making investment recommendations, providing market insights, and assisting in the management of client portfolios in accordance with the stated objectives.
Job Title: Fixed Income Analyst / Fund Manager – PMS
Location: Mumbai, India
Job type: Full-time
Department: Portfolio Management Services – Fixed Income
Reporting To: Head – PMS
Key Responsibilities:
– Manage fixed income portfolios, ensuring alignment with investment objectives and risk tolerance.
– Conduct fundamental credit research and analysis of fixed income securities including G-secs, corporate bonds and other debt securities.
– Monitor and analyze macroeconomic indicators, interest rate trends, credit spreads and demand-supply dynamics of bonds to identify investment opportunities.
– Prepare investment notes, memos, and provide investment recommendations.
– Execute purchase and sale transactions for the portfolio.
– Manage and monitor performance, duration, credit exposures and other risks while ensuring compliance with limits and regulations.
– Prepare portfolio factsheets, presentations, client reports and performance commentaries.
– Regularly communicate with internal teams, clients and other stakeholders, providing updates on portfolio performance, market outlook and strategies.
Candidate Requirements:
– Education: CA / CFA / MBA (Finance) / Postgraduate in Economics / Finance
– Experience: 3-7 years of experience in debt markets, credit research, or fixed income portfolio management
– Preference for candidates with prior exposure in PMS, mutual funds or wealth firms
Skills & Attributes:
– Strong understanding of fixed income products: G-Secs, SDLs, corporate bonds, money market instruments
– Sound knowledge of credit and interest rate risk
– Analytical mindset with financial modeling and valuation skills
– Proficiency in Excel, Bloomberg, and financial databases
– Attention to detail, strong communication, and ability to work under tight timelines