September 13, 2024

Acuity Knowledge Partners

OTHER

Associate- DCM

Opportunity
Acuity Knowledge Partners is currently looking for dedicated and self-motivated individuals who have strong organizational and teamwork skills to support the DCM team of a global investment bank.
Activities
l Prepare pitch books, capital structure analysis, debt profiles, credit memos, bond pricing, sales memos and road show presentations
l Creating various issuer/target related analyses including market analyses, bond issuance database, company profiles, credit highlights, balance sheet analyses, and competitive benchmarking
l Working on market updates / newsletters including commentary, trading levels, recent issuances update, major economic events
l Helping the client in preparing and collating Investor Profiles for road show schedules
l Quality checking analyst's work to ensure accuracy
l Ensuring timely delivery of reports to clients and keep seniors informed in advance in case of any delay
l Seeking client feedback and take due action if required
l Ability to handle requests independently and communicate with onsite bankers on assumptions, clarifications and expected output
Required Background
l 2-3 years of relevant DCM experience, preferably for an Associate role
l Well versed with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and Power Point
l Excellent working knowledge of databases such as Bloomberg, Dealogic, Thomson, etc.
l Excellent knowledge of the fixed income market and terminologies used
l Previous client handling exposure is a must
l Self-motivated and able to motivate others
l Effective negotiation skills
l Ability to work in high-pressure situations
l Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
l Ability to make quick and informed decisions

l Post-Graduation in Finance or equiv. qualification (CFA, MBA (finance), CA or equiv.)