Job Description
Job description
The health and safety of our employees and candidates is very important to us. Due to the current situation related to the Novel Coronavirus (-nCoV), we're leveraging our digital capabilities to ensure we can continue to recruit top talent at the HSBC Group. As your application progresses, you may be asked to use one of our digital tools to help you through your recruitment journey. If so, one of our Resourcing colleagues will explain how our video-interviewing technology will be used throughout the recruitment process and will be on hand to answer any questions you might have.
Some careers have more impact than others.
If you're looking for a career where you can make a real impression, join HSBC and discover how valued you'll be.
HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organizations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realize their ambitions. We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of AVP – Fixed Income Fund Research .
Why join us?
Global Manager Selection - Fund & ETFs (GMS) is the designated Centre of Reference in charge of selection, research and approval of all funds and ETFs, which are sold/distributed by various HSBC Group business such as Wealth and Personal Banking, Private Banking, and various Insurance entities, across the globe. GMS is a global team, based in London and Bangalore, responsible for mutual funds across all the asset classes encompassing Equity, Fixed Income, and Multi-Asset.
The Opportunity:
The candidate will be part of a global team charged with fund selection for various HSBC Group businesses including Wealth and Personal Banking, Private Banking, and Insurance. The individual will provide specialist expertise on the fixed income asset class with a focus on mutual funds. She/he would be responsible for selection and research of fixed income mutual funds. She /he will be responsible for creation of high quality thought leadership materials that will help drive adoption and growth of the product line globally. The candidate will be expected to have extensive interaction with asset managers. A key requirement for the role will be the ability to analyze various fixed income investment strategies, formulate independent opinions, and articulate views in writing and/or through presentations. The role will provide an opportunity to collaborate with other product lines as well as to lead and develop junior members of the fixed income pod. Therefore, an entrepreneurial approach and willingness to take end-to-end ownership are key, as is the ability to collaborate and communicate with the team members and key stakeholders across the business.
What You'll Do?
The primary responsibilities include:
• High quality fund selection across the fixed income asset class.
• Conduct in-depth investment due diligence across a diverse range of fixed income strategies, form independent views and articulate them through detailed research notes.
• Ongoing monitoring of the fixed income fund shelf and suggesting changes based on market environment, business requirements, etc.
• Prepare and disseminate high quality thought leadership material to help drive adoption and growth of the product line globally.
• Engage with various HSBC business lines to understand and manage their requirements for fixed income mutual funds.
• Actively participate in the fund selection committees and processes, and represent the fixed income pod at in-house forums for self and junior team members.
• Collaborate with local fund specialists with frontline in proposing fixed income fund solutions Requirements
What you'll need to succeed in the role?
• 7 years or more of prior experience in the Funds / Asset Management industry with specialist exposure to fixed income. Prior experience should ideally include experience as a fixed income fund manager, fund selector/researcher or as an investment specialist in fixed income.
• Professional qualifications / certifications like a CFA, FRM, MBA or Masters with Finance specialization are a positive.
• Practical knowledge / experience of financial markets, macroeconomic environment, risk management, regulations and their application to the fixed income markets.
• An analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Proactive, positive attitude and ability to multi-task especially under pressure to meet time sensitive deadlines.
• Team player, strong organizational and time management skills, and people management experience.
• Working knowledge of research tools/databases such as Morningstar, Fastest, Style Analytics and Bloomberg.
What additional skills will be good to have?
• Team player with some leadership experience.
• CFA or a Master's degree.
You'll achieve more at HSBC
HSBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and, opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons irrespective of, but not limited to, their gender or genetic information, ****** orientation, ethnicity, religion, social status, medical care leave requirements, political affiliation, people with disabilities, color, national origin, veteran status, etc., We consider all applications based on merit and suitability to the role."
Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.
• Issued by HSBC Electronic Data Processing (India) Private LTD
The health and safety of our employees and candidates is very important to us. Due to the current situation related to the Novel Coronavirus (-nCoV), we're leveraging our digital capabilities to ensure we can continue to recruit top talent at the HSBC Group. As your application progresses, you may be asked to use one of our digital tools to help you through your recruitment journey. If so, one of our Resourcing colleagues will explain how our video-interviewing technology will be used throughout the recruitment process and will be on hand to answer any questions you might have.
Some careers have more impact than others.
If you're looking for a career where you can make a real impression, join HSBC and discover how valued you'll be.
HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organizations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realize their ambitions. We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of AVP – Fixed Income Fund Research .
Why join us?
Global Manager Selection - Fund & ETFs (GMS) is the designated Centre of Reference in charge of selection, research and approval of all funds and ETFs, which are sold/distributed by various HSBC Group business such as Wealth and Personal Banking, Private Banking, and various Insurance entities, across the globe. GMS is a global team, based in London and Bangalore, responsible for mutual funds across all the asset classes encompassing Equity, Fixed Income, and Multi-Asset.
The Opportunity:
The candidate will be part of a global team charged with fund selection for various HSBC Group businesses including Wealth and Personal Banking, Private Banking, and Insurance. The individual will provide specialist expertise on the fixed income asset class with a focus on mutual funds. She/he would be responsible for selection and research of fixed income mutual funds. She /he will be responsible for creation of high quality thought leadership materials that will help drive adoption and growth of the product line globally. The candidate will be expected to have extensive interaction with asset managers. A key requirement for the role will be the ability to analyze various fixed income investment strategies, formulate independent opinions, and articulate views in writing and/or through presentations. The role will provide an opportunity to collaborate with other product lines as well as to lead and develop junior members of the fixed income pod. Therefore, an entrepreneurial approach and willingness to take end-to-end ownership are key, as is the ability to collaborate and communicate with the team members and key stakeholders across the business.
What You'll Do?
The primary responsibilities include:
• High quality fund selection across the fixed income asset class.
• Conduct in-depth investment due diligence across a diverse range of fixed income strategies, form independent views and articulate them through detailed research notes.
• Ongoing monitoring of the fixed income fund shelf and suggesting changes based on market environment, business requirements, etc.
• Prepare and disseminate high quality thought leadership material to help drive adoption and growth of the product line globally.
• Engage with various HSBC business lines to understand and manage their requirements for fixed income mutual funds.
• Actively participate in the fund selection committees and processes, and represent the fixed income pod at in-house forums for self and junior team members.
• Collaborate with local fund specialists with frontline in proposing fixed income fund solutions Requirements
What you'll need to succeed in the role?
• 7 years or more of prior experience in the Funds / Asset Management industry with specialist exposure to fixed income. Prior experience should ideally include experience as a fixed income fund manager, fund selector/researcher or as an investment specialist in fixed income.
• Professional qualifications / certifications like a CFA, FRM, MBA or Masters with Finance specialization are a positive.
• Practical knowledge / experience of financial markets, macroeconomic environment, risk management, regulations and their application to the fixed income markets.
• An analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Proactive, positive attitude and ability to multi-task especially under pressure to meet time sensitive deadlines.
• Team player, strong organizational and time management skills, and people management experience.
• Working knowledge of research tools/databases such as Morningstar, Fastest, Style Analytics and Bloomberg.
What additional skills will be good to have?
• Team player with some leadership experience.
• CFA or a Master's degree.
You'll achieve more at HSBC
HSBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and, opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons irrespective of, but not limited to, their gender or genetic information, ****** orientation, ethnicity, religion, social status, medical care leave requirements, political affiliation, people with disabilities, color, national origin, veteran status, etc., We consider all applications based on merit and suitability to the role."
Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.
• Issued by HSBC Electronic Data Processing (India) Private LTD
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The AVP | Fixed Income Fund Research position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Bengaluru offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.
