Established in 1987 and based in New York City, Nippon Life Global Investors Americas, Inc. (“NLGIA”) is wholly owned by Nippon Life Insurance Company in Japan (“Nippon Life”). NLGIA was formed for the sole purpose of providing investment advisory services to Nippon Life and its affiliates. NLGIA has been registered with the SEC as an investment adviser since 2012. Details below.
Position Summary
Analyze and recommend investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds to out-perform defined market benchmarks.
Essential Duties/Function:
• Conduct fundamental credit analysis with emphasis on financial modeling to identify profitable corporate
bonds for the portfolio.
• Create in-depth earnings reports including financial projections, credit valuation and recommendations based
on expected performance.
• Present detailed and persuasive company reports to PMs reviewing potential investment ideas; consult with
management on proposed investment ideas and strategies.
• Liaise with industry sources to capture and develop new investment ideas; pro-actively collect and interpret
market information.
• Foster the development of global views across teams located in Tokyo; provide thorough and timely research
to secondary audience abroad.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Experience/Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent concentration; MBA and/or CFA/IA designation
preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in credit analysis, fixed income and fund investing with an understanding of
the wider financial environment; both buy-side and sell-side corporation experience are welcome.
• Strong command of MS Office software and advanced Excel; proficiency with Bloomberg and related automated
research tools.
• Company research, asset valuation and relative value analysis capabilities required.
• Outstanding analytical, financial modeling, written and verbal communication skills; ability to persuasively
present recommendations of profitable investment ideas.
• Detail oriented, pro-active and able to excel in a highly collaborative global team.
• A flexible team player able to adapt to change.
• Depending on experience and qualifications, candidates may be considered for the Vice President level.Phone: (646) 231-4000
Nippon Life Global Investors Americas, Inc.
101 Park Avenue, 33rd floor
New York, NY 10178
The expected annual base salary for this position ranges from $140,000 to $160,000. It is not typical for offers
to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant
skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and
organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package,
successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus based on qualitative and quantitative
performance factors.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. This document is not
designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by the incumbents. Job responsibilities are subject to change,
with or without notice. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities at any time at the Company’s sole discretion. This
document does not constitute a contract of employment with you of any kind, express or implied for any duration, or with respect to any of its stated or omitted terms.
As described in the Company’s employee handbook, the Company reserves the right to terminate your employment with or without cause, notice or reason at any
time at its sole discretion.
NLGIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender (including gender identity
and gender expression), national origin, citizenship, immigration status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual or
other reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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