Contractor Debt Market Research Analyst - South Asia
Ieefa is hiring a remote Contractor Debt Market Research Analyst - South Asia. The career level for this job opening is Experienced and is accepting India based applicants remotely. Read complete job description before applying.
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The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) is looking for an experienced credit research professional with deep knowledge of India's debt markets and hands-on financial analysis experience.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive credit risk analysis of energy sector companies, financial institutions, and climate-relevant infrastructure projects across India's transition landscape.
- Track and analyze debt raising activities, focusing on climate alignment and pricing gaps.
- Perform detailed financial statement analysis, cash flow modelling, and scenario analysis to assess credit quality and climate-related risks.
- Evaluate corporate capital expenditure plans against stated net-zero targets.
- Develop methodologies to evaluate companies based on their capex-to-climate target alignment.
- Write comprehensive credit research reports and market intelligence briefings.
- Build relationships with Indian financial institutions, regulatory bodies, and credit rating agencies.
- Collaborate with IEEFA's global team to provide India-specific insights on energy transition financing.
Required Qualifications or Attributes:
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in credit analysis or fixed income markets with a focus on Indian markets.
- A degree in finance, accounting, or mathematics and/or with professional certifications (e.g. CFA/FRM).
- Strong understanding of credit risk fundamentals and rating methodologies.
- In-depth knowledge of Indian debt capital markets and banking sector regulations.
- Strong proficiency in quantitative analysis to support credit modelling.
- Excellent research aptitude and demonstrated ability to write high-quality analytical reports.
- Self-starter who can work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with teams.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
- Programming skills in Python, R, or similar analytical tools.
- Experience with sustainable finance, ESG analysis, or climate risk assessment methodologies.
- Familiarity with Bloomberg Terminal, Refinitiv, or other financial data platforms.