Assistant Investment Analyst

About the role

HIMCO is seeking an Assistant Investment Analyst to join the Public Credit Research team. This individual will support two senior fixed income analysts covering both Investment Grade and High Yield issuers.

Responsibilities

• Use financial information to build/update detailed financial models (in Excel) for companies in various sectors as well as comparable company/relative value analysis.
• Assist analysts in monitoring company and industry news as well as changes in sector trends that may affect the fundamental outlook of coverage companies.
• Assist senior analysts in preparing credit presentations for PMs and internal/external clients.
• Assist senior analysts in formulating and presenting investment recommendations.
• Assist senior analysts in preparing credit recommendation updates utilizing internal systems and processes.

Requirements

• 1+ years of relevant experience in credit research/fixed income, investment banking, equity research, accounting, corporate finance, or related investment role.
• Strong academic background; preference for bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or quantitative (STEM) field.
• Strong accounting and financial statement analysis skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint) and AI/data analytics skills.
• Knowledge of Bloomberg, Capital IQ or other financial statement data vendor a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing towards a culture of collaboration.
• Independent thinker; intellectually curious, with a passion for investing.
• Progress toward CFA designation or willingness to pursue CFA is a plus but not required.

Depending on experience, position title will be either Senior Investment Analyst, Investment Analyst, or Assistant Investment Analyst.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to affirm HIMCO’s Code of Ethics and comply with disclosure of accounts, holdings, and pre-clearance of trades for you and your household family members. If deemed a “Covered Associate” under HIMCO’s Pay to Play Policy, you will also need to disclose political contributions made within the past two calendar years.

Pay

The annualized base pay range for this role is $80,062 - $94,938. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including performance, proficiency, and demonstration of competencies. The base pay is one component of the total compensation package, which may also include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.