Fixed Income High Yield Research Analyst

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Job Description BASIC PURPOSE : Working as part of the global research team, develop investment recommendations within assigned European high yield sector, for the fixed income portfolios managed by MFS. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Work as part of the global fixed income investment department, developing specific investment recommendations for use by portfolio manager.
• Conduct deep fundamental independent research using sources such as company literature and financial statement's, various business publications and other external sources.
• Maintain on-going coverage of assigned industry sectors and highlight investment opportunities using written notes and participation in meeting and discussions with other analysts and portfolio manager.
• Act as the in-house expert on designated area of concentration.
• Performs additional duties as directed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Masters of Business Administration and/or CFA charterholder preferred
• Minimum 5 years experience as an analyst in the European high yield market - sellside or buyside.
• Ability to work independently, using research, analysis, and communication skills.

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