Business Function:
DBS Group Research under the Group Financial Markets (origination, sales and trading), comprises of the Economics/Strategy, Equity and Credit research teams. Credit research coverage is focused in Asia Pacific. Our unrivalled access to a broad range of companies around the region, stems from over 60 analysts covering more than 600 securities. We are an award-winning research house that delivers independent intelligence and market insights to both external clients and internal teams. By identifying high-value opportunities, we empower stakeholders to consistently generate alpha and drive outperformance.
Responsibilities:
- Provide credit research coverage on Asian USD/SGD Issuers (may include other currencies)
- Experience in China, Hong Kong, Japan and Korean names, or property / tech sectors will be advantageous
- Build and maintain financial models (company, industry, macro, bond universe)
- Publish timely and insightful research initiations and results/event updates
- Ideate, lead and publish Thematic Research pieces (Sectoral / Credit Rating / Structural)
- Market research insights to DBS clients, including High Net Worth and Institutional Investors and internal stakeholders
- Collaborate and support team with cross market/ capital structure (equities/credit/macro) research pieces
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or above, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
- Experience: 2–5 years of Fixed Income, or Equities Research experience within Asset Management/ Funds, Wealth Management, or Rating Agencies
- Candidates with less experience will be considered for an Analyst role; exceptional fresh graduates are welcome to apply
- Market Knowledge: Understanding of macroeconomics and the Asian USD/SGD bond markets
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel and Bloomberg (ideally data tools like BQuant, BQL)
- Bonus Competencies: Coding/VBA, Credit Ratings, High Yield/Distressed Debt, or Equities analysis
- Soft Skills: A self-motivated team player with intellectual humility, strong analytical curiosity and communication skills
- Motivated to explore AI for credit research
- Global Perspective: Strong cross-cultural adaptability and open-mindedness; to understand diverse regional cultures/ markets
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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.
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Location: One Island East Job: Research Schedule: Regular Employee Status: Full time
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