Director, Asset Backed Securities, Structured Research

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POSITION TITLE

Director, Asset Backed Securities, Structured Research

POSITION LOCATION

Stamford, CT

This position must be based in Stamford, CT with a hybrid work schedule.

YOUR ROLE

You will be a member of the Structured team with responsibility for covering Asset-Backed Securities. This role requires utilization of structured research to evaluate investment opportunities and monitor existing investment positions in the ABS portfolio.

What you will be doing

• Collaborate with traders and research staff in developing and implementing a strategy for existing holdings as well as new investments.
• Review holdings' performance information from Intex, Bloomberg and Servicer reports and compare to original expectations.

Revise our internal ratings as necessary.

• Follow up with trustees, servicers, special servicers, rating agencies and bankers to determine causes of performance weakness.
• Recommend buy / hold / sell designation on our holdings. Make supported recommendations and develop relative value view across other structured products and asset classes.
• Perform impairment and other cash flow testing on the portfolio.
• Provide qualitative and quantitative analysis of securities identified for impairments and work with auditors to defend the outcome.
• Aid in updates on individual credit limits.
• Participate and speak in morning market meetings on meaningful events or trends in asset class.
• Participate in monthly credit reviews for structured finance asset classes and watch list discussions.
• Provide credit view to support new business initiatives.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related area(s) of study.
• 7+ years of experience in fixed income capital markets.
• Experience analyzing ABS risks with a focus on esoteric ABS.
• Experience automating surveillance tools and tracking reports.
• Self-starter who has passion for fixed income markets, is an independent thinker, and strong minded with focus on credit.
• Very strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong Excel and Power Point Skills.

Nice to have

• MBA or CFA.
• Experience working with analytical tools such as Trepp, Intex or BlackRock Solutions.

Employee Benefits & Well-Being

Genworth employees make a difference in people’s lives every day. We’re committed to making a difference in our employees’ lives.

• Competitive Compensation & Total Rewards Incentives.
• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage.
• Multiple 401(k) Savings Plan Options.
• Auto Enrollment in Employer-Directed Retirement Account Feature (100% employer-funded!).
• Generous Paid Time Off Including 12 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off and Paid Family Leave.
• Disability, Life, and Long Term Care Insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment and Training & Certification Support.
• Wellness support including gym membership reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program resources.
• Caregiver and Mental Health Support Services.

ADDITIONAL

At this time, Genworth will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

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