Investment Analyst – Investment Grade Corporate Bonds

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Since 1955, millions of investors in the United States and around the globe have relied on Federated Investors, Inc. (NYSE: FII) for world-class investment management. Federated has grown to become one of the nation’s largest investment managers with $628 billion in assets under management.

Federated has an exciting opportunity for an Investment Analyst for our Pittsburgh headquarters. This position will focus on real estate investment trusts and be a member of the Investment Grade Corporate Bond group, which manages $17 Billion in assets. As an Investment Analyst, you will conduct in-depth research and analysis to support the firm’s investment decision-making process. An ideal candidate will be intellectually curious, passionate about finding the answers, and confident in making recommendations.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor degree; MBA strongly preferred

· 3 – 4 Years of fixed income or equity valuation analysis experience required; investment grade and/or high yield preferred

· Solid accounting and finance experience

· Proficiency with Excel, Word and Bloomberg

· CFA or progress toward CFA preferred

MAJOR DUTIES:

· Conduct fundamental on-going independent, in-depth, and complex corporate credit analysis.

· Create and maintain detailed issuer financial models.

· Provide buy, sell, and hold recommendations.

· Develop and maintain working rapport with external analysts and other industry sources.

· Maintain on-going and frequent communications with the traders.

EXPLANATORY COMMENTS:

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work in a team environment

· Strong work ethic with superior analytical skills and the ability to multitask

· Travel may be required on occasion

Pittsburgh is one of the nation’s most livable cities with a strong, revitalized economy; lower cost of living than cities of similar size; entrepreneurial spirit; sense of community; superior academics and top research universities; and vibrant arts, food, cultural and sports scenes.

Federated Investors, Inc. offers a competitive salary and benefits package along with a professional environment.

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