Hiring: Research Analyst (Western Asset) Company: Franklin Templeton Location: New York, NY Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:26:04 Target Skills & Keywords : CFA, Event-Driven, Microsoft Excel, Python, R, SQL, Wealth Management About the job Experience: •5 years of relevant experience within asset management, fixed-income research, trading, portfolio analytics, treasury/cash management, or liquidity/risk analytics. •Minimum 5 years of relevant experience within asset management, fixed-income research, trading, portfolio analytics, treasury/cash management, or liquidity/risk analytics. Required Skills: •Maintain credit files in accordance with regulatory requirements for money market funds, including daily surveillance of credit ratings, preparation of formal credit reports, and documentation of material credit developments. •Evaluate changes in issuer credit quality by integrating market developments with fundamental analysis and supporting issuer approval decisions for money market fund eligibility. Serve as the sole credit authority on the trading desk, providing buy and sell recommendations to portfolio managers. •Coordinate with risk and compliance to provide updates on ratings changes, research methodology, and ensure completion of regulatory reporting requirements. •Partner cross-functionally with the broader global investment management team on cross-sector and cross-regional credit insights. •Maintain ongoing professional development to stay current on market developments and regulatory changes. •Minimum 5 years of relevant experience within asset management, fixed-income research, trading, portfolio analytics, treasury/cash management, or liquidity/risk analytics. •Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation highly desirable. •In-depth knowledge of fixed-income markets and instruments, including rates, credit, funding markets, and the drivers of market liquidity. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline. Compensation: •$150,000 - $200,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!