Investment Analyst - Domestic High Grade

Federated Hermes Career Opportunity #9562

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Since 1955, millions of investors in the United States and around the globe have relied on Federated Hermes, Inc. (NYSE: FHI) for world-class investment solutions. Federated Hermes has grown to become one of the nation's largest investment managers with $845.7 billion in assets under management.  Federated Hermes is a global leader in active responsible investing with one of the largest engagement and stewardship teams in the world representing over $1.4 trillion in assets under advisement.

Federated Hermes has an exciting opportunity for an Investment Analyst for our Pittsburgh headquarters. This position focuses primarily on technology, with the potential to telecom and media and will be a key member of the Investment Grade Corporate Bond group, which manages approximately $19.7 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 title of senior investment analyst / intermediate analyst will be commensurate with experience.

Pittsburgh is one of the nation’s most livable cities with a strong 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 professional sports scenes. Federated Hermes is a company that fosters a collaborative culture and recognizes the value of individual contributions. 

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree; MBA preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of investment, fixed income or equity valuation analysis experience required; domestic high grade preferred
• Solid accounting and finance experience
• Proficiency with Excel, Word and Bloomberg
• CFA or progress towards CFA preferred

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Conduct ongoing independent, in-depth and complex credit analysis to assess credit quality and make investment recommendations.
• Create and maintain detailed issuer financial models and quantitative decision-making models.
• Provide buy, sell, and hold recommendations.
• Participate in and present at credit and sector tactical meetings with portfolio managers, traders and other analysts.
• Maintain on-going, frequent communications with portfolio managers, analysts and traders.

EXPLANATORY COMMENTS:

• Excellent research and analytical skills required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work in a team environment
• Solid work ethic with superior analytical skills and the ability to multitask
• Travel may be required on occasion

For consideration, please visit our company website and reference job #9562 

For additional information, please visit FederatedHermes.com

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

Only those candidates in whom we have an interest will be contacted.

We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

EOE – Including Disability / Vets

Federated Hermes is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to Federated Hermes. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, Federated Hermes will also comply with applicable government contractor obligations, including ensuring veterans and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities consistent with current federal, state and local laws and regulations.

About Federated Hermes

For more than 60 years, Federated Hermes has provided world-class investment solutions to financial professionals in the United States and around the world. Federated Hermes' employees have defined the qualities of the company’s success over the decades: a reputation for integrity and excellence, a commitment to customers and employees and a history of longstanding client relationships. While each market cycle brings new opportunities and challenges to the company, Federated Hermes continues to foster employee commitment to excellence in the investment management industry.

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