Securitized Products Credit Analyst (Finance)
At T. Rowe Price, we identify and actively invest in opportunities to help people thrive in an evolving world. As a premier global asset management organization with more than 85 years of experience, we provide investment solutions and a broad range of equity, fixed income, and multi-asset capabilities to individuals, advisors, institutions, and retirement plan sponsors. We take an active, independent approach to investing, offering our dynamic perspective and meaningful partnership so our clients can feel more confident.
We believe doing the right thing for our clients and our associates is good business. With a career at the firm, you can expect opportunities to create real impact at work and in your community. You'll enjoy resources to support your career path, as well as compensation, benefits, and flexibility to enrich your life. Here, you'll find a collaborative culture that respects and values differences and colleagues who share a spirit of generosity.
Join us for the opportunity to grow and make a difference in ways that matter to you.
About This Position
The position will be responsible for analyzing and developing credit opinions on securitized transactions in one or more of the following markets: ABS, CLO, CMBS, and RMBS. The position will require analysis of financial, consumer and property market fundamentals, security level cash flows, ongoing security surveillance, the assignment of credit ratings, and trade recommendations that benefit T. Rowe Price portfolios. The analyst will be an integral part of the Securitized Products team at T. Rowe Price.
Responsibilities
1. Analyze and evaluate investment opportunities in the securitized products universe.
2. Analyze and recommend potential purchases and sales of securitized products securities to enhance portfolio performance. Conduct fundamental sector, market and security analysis, and combine relative value and strategy considerations in sector and security recommendations.
3. Analyze the fundamentals in covered sectors, including underwriting standards, prepayment and default forecasting, collateral market trends, macro developments and their impact on securitized credit securities.
4. Communicate and collaborate with various internal and external parties to develop well-researched, sound investment recommendations and sector theses. This position will interact most directly with internal peers who also cover securitized products. The role will also interact with Rating Agency analysts, external sector experts, T. Rowe Price Portfolio Managers, Equity and Credit analysts, and Quantitative analysts, among others.
Qualifications
Required:
College degree
Three + years of direct investment experience
Experience developing and maintaining reports and data
Basic understanding of financial accounting, derivatives markets and computer skills
Experience using Intex and Bloomberg
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong decision-making and risk management background
Strong analytical skills
Collaborative, inquisitive and detail-oriented personality
Preferred:
Some knowledge and experience in RMBS and ABS credit
Advanced business degree is a plus
Chartered Financial Analyst designation preferred
Experience with data querying languages and tools
Knowledge of Excel VBA and/or Python
FINRA Requirements
FINRA licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role.
Work Flexibility
This role is eligible for hybrid work, with up to one day per week from home.
Base Salary Ranges
Please review the job posting for the location of this specific opportunity.
$175,000.00-$275,000.00 for the location of: Maryland, Colorado, Washington and remote workers$175,000.00-$275,000.00 for the location of: Washington, D.C.
$175,000.00-$275,000.00 for the location of: New York, California
Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual's relevant experience and skills for the role. Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At T. Rowe Price, our associates are our greatest asset. We thrive because our company culture is built on inclusion and because we sustain a work environment where associates can bring their best selves to work every day. The backgrounds, talents, and experiences of our global associates allow us to embrace new ideas and perspectives that move our business priorities forward and enable us to deliver strong client outcomes. Here, you can expect equal opportunity and fair and consistent treatment for all.
Benefits
We value your goals and needs, at work and in life. As an associate, you'll be supported with resources, benefits, and work-life balance so you can thrive in ways that matter to you.
Featured employee benefits to enrich your life:
Competitive compensation
Annual bonus eligibility
A generous retirement plan
Hybrid work schedule
Health and wellness benefits, including online therapy
Paid time off for vacation, illness, medical appointments, and volunteering days
Family care resources, including fertility and adoption benefits
T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.
