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M&T Bank · 2 hours ago

Municipal Credit Analyst

Wilmington, DE

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$89K/yr - $148K/yr

2+ years exp

M&T Bank is a financial institution seeking a Municipal Credit Analyst to join their Municipal Fixed Income group. The role involves conducting fundamental credit analysis and providing investment recommendations for municipal bond investments, working closely with the Municipal Research Team and portfolio managers.

Financial Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Analyze investment grade municipal credits through in-depth fundamental credit analysis

Provide timely and insightful credit and relative value opinions on municipal bond investment opportunities

Evaluate appropriateness of new investment opportunities for total return and laddered portfolio strategies

Provide written credit opinions of issuers, incorporating financial statement analysis, economic/market trends, and sector developments

Review offering memoranda for suitability of security structure and bondholder protections

Monitor existing portfolio holdings

Follow market and policy developments within assigned geographies/sectors

Formulate and communicate investment theses within assigned sectors

Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand

Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite

Complete other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Fundamental credit analysisQuantitative skillsAdvanced accounting skillsCFA designationBloomberg knowledgeProactiveAI concepts familiarityWritten communicationVerbal communicationDetail-orientedTeam-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years' industry experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 6 years' higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 2 years' industry experience

Strong quantitative and analytical skills, advanced accounting skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to convey complex credit issues clearly and concisely

Familiarity with basic artificial intelligence concepts and eagerness to increase proficiency

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive

Collaborative, team-oriented