Job description
Job Summary:
HilltopSecurities is seeking a Credit Research Analyst to work in the HilltopSecurities Municipal Research and Analytics Group. The role requires performing fundamental and market research on municipal bond issuers as well as credit monitoring functions. Work product will include statistical analysis, managing data, evaluating investor behavior and mutual fund returns and periodic reporting. The position requires someone with very strong analytical, surveillance, and communication (verbal & written) skills. The position can be based in Dallas, TX.
Essential Functions:
Essential Functions
- Drive HilltopSecurities Municipal Research and Analytics publishing process, topical analysis.
- Analyze, monitor and provide internal and external guidance related to general U.S. public finance market trends, security pledges, and public policy development.
- Assist senior members of the group with providing prompt responses to internal and external requests.
- Interact with sector participants such as investors, management investment advisors, traders, and rating agencies.
- Aggregate and evaluate data related to credit and credit risk to support organizational decision-making
- Daily and overnight travel is sometimes necessary but should not be more than 20% of total work hours.
- Other functions as needed.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.
Job Requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree in Public/Government Administration, Political Science, Economics, Finance or Business related field is preferred. A CFA is a plus.
- 1-2 years of public finance experience, does not have to be credit-specific experience
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team
- Strong experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Bloomberg, EMMA and other commonly used industry databases
- FINRA registration including Series 7 and/or 52 or FINRA recognized equivalent(s) within 12 months of employment.
- Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position.
At HilltopSecurities, we believe in building noble and collaborative relationships that enrich the financial future of individuals, businesses and communities. With an extensive portfolio of products, we deliver a broad range of investment banking and related financial services that help our clients achieve their definition of success.
As a subsidiary of HilltopHoldings, which also encompasses PlainsCapital Bank and PrimeLending, we have the financial strength and stability that has withstood the test of time. Our nationwide presence in 400 locations across 44 states provides our associates with extensive opportunities to grow their careers in a diverse organization that truly values relationship capital above all else.
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