Fixed Income Muni Research Analyst At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters – to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.
THE ROLE Analyst with an emphasis on seeking investment opportunities that will add value across the MFS municipal bond platform.
WHAT YOU WILL DO Conduct independent research on specific issuers and sectors including issuer financial statements, rating agency reports, general sector studies, and various other sources. Using this research, build and maintain financial models and develop specific issuer and sector investment recommendations for the municipal bond portfolios. Write issuer investment reports synthesizing this research for distribution to other members of the municipal group and inclusion in the fixed income database. Verbally communicate research and investment recommendations to the portfolio managers, traders, and other senior analysts. Assist portfolio managers and traders in assessing the accuracy of bond pricing evaluations. Participate in team meetings to develop group investment strategies. Perform additional duties as needed. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Bachelor's degree in relevant field. MBA, CFA, or other relevant advanced degree preferred. Strong modeling and data management skills. Analytic skills including the ability to discern detailed documents and analyze financial statements. Strong writing and verbal skills including the ability to organize, interpret, and summarize large amounts of information into concise written and verbal formats. Ability to work independently and handle a high workload volume. Ability to work collaboratively within a team structure and clearly communicate opinions and relative value. What we offer: Generous time-off provided: including "Responsible time off" for many roles, paid company holidays when the US Stock Exchange is closed, plus paid volunteer time. Family Focus: Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for new parents, back-up care program, dependent care flexible spending account, adoption assistance, generous caregiver leave. Health and Welfare: Competitive medical, vision and dental plans, plus tax-free health savings accounts with company contributions. Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement through our medical plans, fitness center discounts and more. Life & Disability Benefits: Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability. Financial Benefits: 401(k) savings plan, Defined Contribution plan- 15% of base salary invested into the Plan, competitive total compensation programs. MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
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