Vice President, Credit Research (Energy and Utilities)
- Employer
- BlackRock
- Location
- Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- 18 Apr 2024
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- Sector
- Banking and Financial Services
- Role
- C-suite
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
About this role
Business Description:
Our Investment Grade Research Team is searching for a VP (Credit Research) to be based in Gurgaon/Mumbai.
Strong financial modeling, analytical, and written and verbal communication skills are paramount. The candidate should be capable of undertaking surveillance credit coverage/ primary credit coverage of a defined list of issuers and work collaboratively with the team in New York. Generalists are encouraged to apply, although candidates with experience in covering Energy and Utilities sectors will be desirable. Those with good exposure to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) assessment highly regarded.
The role will be part of our Fundamental Fixed Income team and will report into a manager locally.
Responsibilities:
- Fundamental credit research on a defined list of Issuers. Ability to make an informed view on absolute credit risk along with risks and mitigants.
- Should be adept in writing Credit reports and able to highlight key investment criteria to make an informed decision.
- Would be responsible for preparing and maintaining financial models with projections along with comparative company analysis. Adept at preparing earnings summaries to highlight key insights and trends.
- Participating in conference calls, industry conferences, and discussions with management/rating agencies which would involve preparing questions for management, dialing into road shows and updating views on new issuances.
- Ongoing monitoring of coverage names for: restructuring, event risk, capital structure, dominant/controlling shareholders, disruption
- Working on ad hoc projects based on topical issues/trends/reforms impacting industries.
- Would also assist in tactical execution of trade ideas and portfolio management. She/He would also be responsible for preparing databases and sections of thematic reports and presentations.
- Motivated team player and flexible in approach with ability to work independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills - presents ideas in a clear, concise, and constructive manner.
- Strong Excel, financial modelling, and analytical skills
- MBA or equivalent qualification in Finance with superior academic record; CFA will be an added advantage.
- Experience in writing credit reports
- Excellent credit skills demonstrated through prior relevant experience (5+ years) working as a research analyst
- Familiarity with financial databases like Bloomberg, Capital IQ, etc
Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
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BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.
Job requisition #
R240016
Company
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