Axxela Research & Analytics - Research Analyst (2-7 yrs)

Research Analyst

- Reporting to the Regional Director, Incumbent will initiate and conduct research on Fixed Income products, monitor performance of currencies & Indices, and offer recommendations to Market Analysts.

- Incumbent should have good knowledge of macroeconomics and the ability to understand the fundamental themes that are impacting the markets.

- Incumbent will be required to produce various reports and analyses as your work output.

Roles and Responsibilities :

- Write reports/notes on Fixed Income Markets (US, UK, Euro Zone, etc.).

- Study weekly market sentiment and conduct meetings with market analysts.

- Track the performances of developed economies and gauge the impact on fixed income markets covering Short Term Interest Rate (STIRs) derivatives.

- Good understanding of Bond Markets.

- Develop and maintain financial models.

- Provide Fundamental & Technical Analysis of various asset classes.

- Conduct a scenario analysis with senior analysts to understand various market trends.

- Collaborate with the risk analyst to understand market exposure and recommend hedging strategies to minimize the risk.

Skills:

- Exceptional analytical skills.

- Independent thinking and analytical mindset.

- Ability to collaborate as well as work independently.

- Strong Communication Skills and Interpersonal Skills.

- Excellent Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

- Knowledge of databases such as Bloomberg and Thomson Reuters will be an added advantage.