Fixed Income Investment Grade Research Analyst

MFS Investment Management - Boston, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Boston, MA

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

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. Working as part of the global research team, the Fixed Income Investment Grade Research Analyst will develop investment recommendations within assigned US investment grade credit sectors for fixed income strategies managed by MFS. This role involves collaboration with the global fixed income investment department to create specific investment recommendations for portfolio managers. The analyst will conduct deep fundamental independent research using various sources, including company literature, financial statements, business publications, and other external resources. The analyst will maintain ongoing coverage of assigned industry sectors, highlighting investment opportunities through written notes and participation in meetings and discussions with other analysts and portfolio managers. Acting as the in-house expert on designated areas of concentration, the analyst will also perform additional duties as directed.

Responsibilities

• Develop investment recommendations within assigned US investment grade credit sectors for fixed income strategies.
• Collaborate with the global fixed income investment department to create specific investment recommendations for portfolio managers.
• Conduct deep fundamental independent research using various sources such as company literature and financial statements.
• Maintain ongoing coverage of assigned industry sectors and highlight investment opportunities through written notes and discussions.
• Act as the in-house expert on designated areas of concentration.
• Perform additional duties as directed.

Requirements

• Master's of Business Administration and/or CFA charterholder preferred.
• Minimum 7 years industry experience - sell side or buyside, financials or industrials coverage.
• Ability to work independently, using research, analysis, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Generous time-off provided including 'Responsible time off' for many roles.
• Paid company holidays when the US Stock Exchange is closed.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for new parents.
• Back-up care program.
• Dependent care flexible spending account.
• Adoption assistance.
• Generous caregiver leave.
• Competitive medical, vision and dental plans.
• Tax-free health savings accounts with company contributions.
• Robust wellness webinars and employee assistance program.
• Gym reimbursement through medical plans and fitness center discounts.
• Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability.
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions.
• Defined Contribution plan - 15% of base salary invested into the Plan.