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Bank of America-Merrill Lynch is currently seeking an Analyst to play a key role as part of its CIO Manager Selection team that selects third-party investment managers for client investment. Reporting into the Heads of Equities Manager Selection and ETF Manager Selection, the Analyst will contribute to the firm's delivery of a high-quality platform of investment vehicles (mutual funds, separate accounts, ETFs, etc.) with a focus on active ETFs. The coverage universe will be diverse, ranging from equities to fixed income. The Analyst will conduct investment manager research to identify new ideas for the platform, as well as monitor existing strategies to ensure any emerging risks are identified and assessed. This position involves accountability for the research opinion on covered strategies and engagement in complex investment conversations with internal and external partners. Therefore, the candidate must aspire to a research-intensive role and demonstrate an ability to develop and articulate investment insight.
Conducts primary manager due diligence; both initial and ongoing on mutual fund and separate account vehicles. Primary responsibility includes maintaining the integrity of Domestic Equity, Fixed Income or International Equity investment manager rosters.
Desired Skills:
2-5+ years of experience in the investment industry, preferably in an analytical role related to investment manager due diligence, equity research, quantitative research, portfolio management/construction, or asset allocation.
Familiarity with the ETF and index fund marketplace.
Broad financial market experience across multiple asset classes (e.g. equity, fixed-income, commodity, etc.) strategies.
A demonstrated analytical track record of building and defending well-supported investment opinions.
Communication skills: outstanding written, oral, and presentation skills.
Candidates with investment-oriented career path interests are preferred. Success in the role requires self-motivation to constantly question and go deeper into analytical discovery.
A collaborative, team-based approach to engaging with peers within the team and across business lines is essential.
An ability to also operate independently and efficiently manage time for meeting deadlines.
Alignment with the Values and Purpose of Bank of America.
Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Power Point, Bloomberg
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
MBA, MS, JD, or CFA preferred
Must have a 7 and 66 (or 63and 65) licenses or ability to obtain within 120 days
Skills:
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Causation Analysis
Presentation Skills
Research
Critical Thinking
Oral Communications
Written Communications
Active Listening
Data Quality Management
Trading and Investment Analysis
Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week:
40
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