Vice President, Credit Research (Energy and Utilities)

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Our Investment Grade Research Team is searching for a VP (Credit Research) to be based in Gurgaon/Mumbai.
Strong financial modeling, analytical, and written and verbal communication skills are paramount. The candidate should be capable of undertaking surveillance credit coverage/ primary credit coverage of a defined list of issuers and work collaboratively with the team in New York. Generalists are encouraged to apply, although candidates with experience in covering Energy and Utilities sectors will be desirable. Those with good exposure to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) assessment highly regarded.
The role will be part of our Fundamental Fixed Income team and will report into a manager locally.

Responsibilities:
* Fundamental credit research on a defined list of Issuers. Ability to make an informed view on absolute credit risk along with risks and mitigants.
* Should be adept in writing Credit reports and able to highlight key investment criteria to make an informed decision.
* Would be responsible for preparing and maintaining financial models with projections along with comparative company analysis. Adept at preparing earnings summaries to highlight key insights and trends.
* Participating in conference calls, industry conferences, and discussions with management/rating agencies which would involve preparing questions for management, dialing into road shows and updating views on new issuances.
* Ongoing monitoring of coverage names for: restructuring, event risk, capital structure, dominant/controlling shareholders, disruption
* Working on ad hoc projects based on topical issues/trends/reforms impacting industries.
* Would also assist in tactical execution of trade ideas and portfolio management. She/He would also be responsible for preparing databases and sections of thematic reports and presentations.

Qualifications:
* Motivated team player and flexible in approach with ability to work independently.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills - presents ideas in a clear, concise, and constructive manner.
* Strong Excel, financial modelling, and analytical skills
* MBA or equivalent qualification in Finance with superior academic record; CFA will be an added advantage.
* Experience in writing credit reports
* Excellent credit skills demonstrated through prior relevant experience (5+ years) working as a research analyst
* Familiarity with financial databases like Bloomberg, Capital IQ, etc

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