Global Convertibles Portfolio Analyst

Americas

Asset Management

New York

Lazard is one of the world's leading financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people make the difference. With just over 3,000 employees, our tight-knit community allows for professionals eager to learn and willing to teach to connect and grow together. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship are not just business imperatives - they are central pillars of our employee experience. Our entrepreneurial culture and flat structure allow creative ideas and original concepts to drive our business forward - and for careers to take flight.

Many of the world's leading investors — from individuals to institutions across the globe — have entrusted Lazard Asset Management. We pride ourselves in uncovering the best investment opportunities for our clients. The purpose of our asset management business is to help our clients invest for the future — whether it's for retirement, to grow and preserve inter-generational wealth, or to benefit the organizations that make our world smarter, healthier and more sustainable.

We are looking for a highly-motivated, detail-oriented professional to join our Global Convertibles Portfolio Management team.

We'll trust you to:

• Assist in the daily management and monitoring of Global Convertibles portfolios, ensuring compliance with investment guidelines and risk parameters.
• Conduct research and analysis on various convertibles bonds issuers across regions and sectors, or ad-hoc macro research.
• Collaborate with senior portfolio managers and analysts to develop and implement investment strategies and recommendations.
• Utilize programming skills to help improve and automize analytics and investment processes.
• Prepare and present regular reports and presentations on portfolio performance, market updates, and investment recommendations to internal stakeholders.
• Develop presentation skills to be able to present to existing or prospective investors in the US and internationally.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training programs to enhance knowledge and skills related to fixed income / fundamental analysis / quantitative analysis.
• Assist the team with additional ad hoc projects and specific client requests as needed.
  
  

You'll need to have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance or related discipline.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in fixed income analysis and/or portfolio management.
• Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to learning.
• Ability to adapt and anticipate changing needs with a can-do attitude.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Detail-orientation.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power Point, and Bloomberg.
• Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Passion for fixed income investing and a strong desire to learn and grow within the industry.
  
  

What We Offer

We strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions, and will continue to invest in the development of your career.

We expect the base salary range for this role to be approximately $95,000 - $115,000 USD. Various factors contribute to determining the actual base compensation offered, including but not limited to the applicant’s years of relevant experience, career tenure, qualifications, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, relevant skills for the role. Base salary is one component of Lazard Asset Management’s compensation package, which also includes comprehensive benefits and may include incentive compensation.

Does this sound like you?

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Inclusion at Lazard

Lazard is an intellectual capital business focused on delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. Achieving these objectives requires us to identify, develop and retain the best talent. A workforce comprised of people with varied backgrounds and experiences creates a rich diversity of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, as diverse perspectives lead to better decisions.

Our appreciation of diversity’s strength is ingrained in our multicultural heritage. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respect for individual differences, which has been core to our success for 175 years.

The ongoing cultivation of an inclusive culture are essential to our continued growth. We are committed to sustaining an environment in which all employees – regardless of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical abilities, veteran or military status – can maximize their individual potential, as well as our collective success.