Credit Research Analyst

Position Overview

Employer: DWS Group

Title: Credit Research Analyst

Location: Seoul

Job Code: #LI-ZL1 #LI-01

About DWS:

Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.

Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment.

We’re looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. That’s why we are ‘Investors for a new now’.

As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients’ financial future. And in return, we’ll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry’s greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.

This is your chance to invest in your future.

Read more about DWS and who we are here.

Team / division overview

The Investment Division has the fiduciary responsibilities to manage assets for a specific asset type/asset class within established investment policy guidelines. The team invest client/fund assets, overseas the investment strategy and direct all trades of the relevant portfolio, within a product/asset class and ensure that the delivery of the portfolio commitment adheres to the appropriate governance guidelines, including any regulatory/legal restrictions that may impact the portfolio. They make decisions about investment mix and policy, matching investments to objectives, asset allocation for individuals and institutions and balancing risk against performance, based on a deep understanding of market developments, financial and economic trends. They participate in research meetings and client meetings as required, in support of asset management responsibilities.

The Korea Financial Assets Management team’s primary responsibilities comprise of managing fixed income for large Korean institutional clients such as pensions and insurance companies. Focusing on the delivery of alpha returns vs the market while competing with our competitors. The portfolios managed are mostly discretionary mandates with no retail coverage.

The team is comprised of portfolio managers, traders and credit analysts.

Currently, the Korea Financial Assets team is looking for a junior credit analyst role that will support mainly the senior credit analyst, and the fixed income team ultimately providing services to Korean institutional clients.

Role Details

As a Credit Research Analyst , you will be responsible for:

• You will need to conduct fundamental credit analysis (industry / company level) and generate investment recommendations
• Maintain credit universe, credit watch-list (monitor existing credit holdings and recommend appropriate actions
• Perform the ESG analysis and produce regular / ad-hoc reports for internal and external clients
• Support regular credit analysis reports requested by institutional clients
• Support the team in generating performance/investment reviews and reports for institutional clients
• Cooperate with the cross-functional team (e.g., marketing & sales, operations, and compliance)
• Take on the position of the backup trader when the primary trader is not available

We are looking for

• Research experience related to Company analysis within 2 years in Asset Mgt. firm, securities firm, credit rating agency, accounting firm, bank (internship included) preferred
• College graduate without research or work experience can also apply for this position
• Major in finance, economics, accounting or business administration preferred
• CPA (KI, AI) / CFA / FRM / CIM (Certified Investment manager) certificate holder preferred
• ESG related certificate, license or ESG analysis experience preferred
• Excellent written/ verbal communication skill in Korean, proficient English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly in Excel, Macro, VBA
• Good team player, with strong analytical and good communication skills

What we’ll offer you:

At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded. At DWS you’ll have access to a range of benefits including, but not limited, to the below:

• A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days
• Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits
• Access to best in class trainings, in role development and career progression opportunities

If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let them know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview, or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and our recruitment team will discuss options with you.

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.
Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.
We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.