Taxable Fixed Income Asset Backed Sr Research Associate

The Taxable Fixed Income Senior Research Associate is part of the investment team, and will review investment opportunities by obtaining, organizing and analyzing Taxable Fixed Income market-related information from internal and external sources. Working under general supervision, this job monitors, researches and analyzes markets and trends to support investment decisions and optimize Taxable Fixed Income business.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Conducts research analyses on specific organizations, securities, financial products, and the overall economic environment to optimize Taxable Fixed Income business.
• Monitors, researches and analyzes relevant economic, industry, and company data and market trends, preparing reports and developing models to support investment decisions.
• Builds models and acquires, assembles, and normalizes research data sets to support Taxable Fixed Income portfolios.
• Assists in additional studies of industry groups or individual securities by searching for, compiling and analyzing data.
• Develops research methodologies and information sources to improve Taxable Fixed Income research.
• Contributes to all formal reports and research processes (internal ratings, recommendation lists, watch lists, etc.) that enable the efficient and transparent oversight of the asset class.
• Edits and prepares research materials and results for dissemination.
• Identifies opportunities to improve research quality for Taxable Fixed Income portfolio.
  
  

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred
  
  

Work Experience

• 3 Years Required; 5 Years Preferred
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work
  
  

Career Level

7IC

Required Qualifications

• 3 years of direct experience in ABS Research, ABS Origination, Asset Based Lending
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise in Consumer, Commercial or Esoteric ABS /ABL
• MBA and/or CFA or related graduate degree
• Experience in quantitative analysis, documentation review, and underwriting process
• Advanced excel skills
• Knowledge and understanding of Bloomberg, Intex and database skills
• Experience with residual and loan level analysis
  
  

Related Skills

Asset Valuation, Capital Markets, Collaboration, Communication, Credit Analysis, Data Analysis, Financial Modeling, Fixed Income Investments, Investment Research/Analysis, Investments, Market/Industry Dynamics, Research Synthesization, Sector Expertise, Underwriting

Anticipated Posting End Date

2025-04-07

Base Pay Range: $108,800/yr. - $150,000/yr.

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans).

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Company Overview

Nuveen, the investment manager of TIAA, offers a comprehensive range of outcome-focused investment solutions designed to secure the long-term financial goals of institutional and individual investors. Its affiliates offer deep expertise across a comprehensive range of traditional and alternative investments through a wide array of vehicles and customized strategies. For more information about the firm please visit our website at www.Nuveen.com

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The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.

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