Aon

Investment Manager Research Analyst: Fixed Income and Private Credit

Aon$85K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a quantitatively based discipline or equivalent analytical experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in a financial services environment.
  • Strong knowledge of fixed income, with a commitment to further learning.
  • Excellent communication skills to simplify complex concepts.
  • Proactive in delivering client and portfolio solutions.
  • Curious and enthusiastic about new methods and applications.
  • Open to pursuing CFA certification.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary point of contact for selected fixed income managers.
  • Serve as a fixed income subject matter expert for Aon teams and clients.
  • Provide quantitative and qualitative support to the global fixed income team.
  • Challenge and debate investment views to foster an idea meritocracy.
  • Assist portfolio managers with analytics, trading, and client deliverables.
  • Act as a liaison between internal groups regarding fixed income fund activities.
  • Contribute to process improvement and efficiency initiatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions and employee stock purchase plan.
  • Paid time off including 15 vacation days and 12 holidays annually.
  • Flexible working style solutions and two 'Global Wellbeing Days' each year.
  • Continuous learning culture supporting professional growth and development.
Full Job Description
Investment Manager Research Analyst: Fixed Income and Private Credit

The Investment Manager Research Analyst will serve as the primary coverage lead on a select group of fixed income managers, and as subject matter expert in fixed income, while also supporting Aon's proprietary fixed income and private credit funds.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for a select group of fixed income managers for Aon Investments USA.
  • Be a subject matter expert on those managers and fixed income in general for internal Aon investment colleagues, Aon consultants and Aon clients.
  • Provide quantitative and qualitative support to the broader global fixed Income team.
  • Support the initiatives and research priorities of the fixed income manager research team, while also actively debating and challenging investment views to ensure an idea meritocracy.
  • Support the fixed income portfolio manager(s) with analytical support, trading, reporting and completing client deliverables.
  • Be a liaison between various internal groups related to fixed income fund activity.
  • Demonstrate ability to learn new systems and become an in-house expert.
  • Actively participate in the continuous improvement of process efficiency.
  • Demonstrate initiative and ownership in completing projects.
  • Direct Private Debt experience a plus.


Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor's degree in quantitively based discipline or proven analytical experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in a financial services environment.
  • Knowledge of fixed income, with the desire to learn and develop.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate complex ideas in simplified form.
  • A proactive approach in delivering client and portfolio solutions.
  • Curiosity and enthusiasm to learn new methods and applications to drive new business opportunities.
  • Interest in pursuing CFA program.
  • Investment Management, Investment Strategies, Investments, Portfolio Analysis, Asset Allocation, Data Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Financial Analysis.


How we support our colleagues

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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About Aon

Aon plc is a leading global professional services firm that provides a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in London, England. Aon operates in more than 120 countries and has a team of over 50,000 employees. The company's services include risk management, insurance brokerage, reinsurance brokerage, human capital consulting, and retirement solutions. Aon is committed to helping clients manage risk and achieve their goals, and is known for its innovative solutions and industry expertise. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AON.
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Size
50,000 employees
Market Cap
$62.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.9 billion
5 Year Trend
+5.3%
Revenue
$11 billion
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