What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Research Analyst - Aegon AM position at Aegon Asset Management?
Job Description Summary
Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM) is a leading global investor. Our 370 investment professionals manage and advise on assets of US $361 billion for a global client base of pension plans, public funds, insurance companies, banks, wealth managers, family offices and foundations.
We organize our firm around four investment platforms : fixed income, real assets, equities and multi-asset & solutions, which includes a fiduciary and multi-manager business. Each investment platform has dedicated teams with deep asset-class expertise, organized globally and committed to maximizing client benefit from their specialist areas.
We are an international business : Our 1,150 employees work from 14 locations across Europe, the Americas and Asia. We share a common belief in fundamental, research-driven active management, underpinned by effective risk management and a commitment to responsible investment.
Position Overview :
Aegon Asset Management is seeking a Senior Credit Research Analyst to join our Global Credit Research team. Based in our Chicago or Cedar Rapids office, you will be responsible for providing high quality fundamental credit research through the analysis of investment grade corporate fixed-income issuers in the industrial and consumer sectors. In addition, you are expected to effectively communicate fundamental views to portfolio managers and other investment professionals across our platform.
Job Description
Responsibilities :
- Provide value added fundamental analysis of the public income securities of 100-125 companies within the investment grade industrial and consumer sectors
- Gather data, assess trends, forecast metrics, and provide outlooks on companies
- Monitor industry conditions and assess how trends and themes may affect the credit quality of companies within the sector
- Effectively communicate original, defendable, and actionable fundamental opinions that support investment decisions for clients
- Maintain and publish value added content and reports on covered companies
- Develop and maintain relationships with external industry experts and counterparts
Required Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
The base salary for this position generally ranges between $140,000 - $170,000 annually. This range is an estimate, based on potential qualifications and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.
Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan / Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.
For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits :
Benefits Package :
Health and Work / Life Balance Benefits :
Job and compensation levels depend upon an applicant's qualifications including the extent of candidate's relevant experience and other job-related factors and will be determined by hiring supervisors / managers and HR.
At Aegon Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than a global Asset Management firm - we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from embracing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.
We are open to considering flexible working practices. Please talk to us about what this means for you.
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Why Work for Us
At Aegon Asset Management, we invest in You.
Our people are our greatest asset; with a competitive rewards program including incentive compensation, health and wellness benefits, retirement programs, and learning and development opportunities, our employees are engaged and empowered. Come be a part of driving our success!
Equal Opportunity Employer :
AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC, is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of age, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, race, color, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, participation in the uniformed services (e.g. U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard), physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local equal employment opportunities laws.
Applicants with physical or mental disabilities may be entitled to a form of reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state and local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will insure equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Aegon Companies. Please contact : applicantsupport@aegonusa.com if you are a job seeker with a disability, or are assisting someone with a disability, and require assistance to apply for one of our jobs.
Technical Assistance :
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Salary : $140,000 - $170,000
