MD Senior Research Analyst Municipal

The MD, Senior Research Analyst Municipal job is an externally-recognized subject matter expert in credit research on bonds issued primarily in the charter school, senior living and land secured sectors. Working independently and guiding lower-level analysts and associates, this job analyzes financial and legal documents, conducts sector and competitive analysis, and prepares written reports related to municipal credits. This job contributes substantially to the overall success of the Municipal Research Team by conducting credit analysis, writing credit reports, staying current on sector trends, and communicating with other analysts and portfolio managers regarding changes in credit opinions. The MD, Senior Research Analyst Municipal also leads team-wide initiatives and participates in client meetings and industry-related speaking engagements on behalf of the organization. The role serves as an industry leader and expert in their field. The job advises lower-level analysts and associates on municipal bond credit analysis.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Conducts and reviews fundamental credit research on complex municipal issuers and develops written and oral reports articulating and supporting credit opinions.
• Collaborates with management on improvements to research and development procedures and techniques, as well as best practices.
• Participates in training. mentoring, and overseeing work of less seasoned analysts.
• Leads creation of analytical frameworks.
• Conducts and guides sector research and is up to date on sector trends impacting muni credit.
• Conveys credit opinions to the portfolio management teams through written reports and presentations.
• Guides the development of relative value assessments with portfolio managers and traders. 
• Attends and may speak at national industry conferences.
• Conducts site visits as necessary.
• Develops, implements, and enhances research procedures and analytical techniques within the Municipal Research Team.
• Leads and participates in team-wide projects and initiatives.
• Uses and incorporates new technology, data management, and analytical tools to complete municipal research initiatives.

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
9IC

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of municipal credit research experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years of municipal credit research experience
• Workout experience in charter school, senior living or/and land secured sectors
• Master’s degree or CFA
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Creditscope and Bloomberg is a plus
• Strong analytical skills. Exceptional problem recognition and resolution skills. Advanced mathematical, financial statement analysis, and accounting skills
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written). Ability to work within a team, as well as complete projects independently
• Familiarity with Copilot or other AI/generative AI tools to enhance research efficiency and data analysis

Related SkillsAccountability, Capital Markets, Collaboration, Communication, Consultative Communication, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Credit Analysis, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Due Diligence, Financial Acumen, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Muni Acumen, Public Policy, Quantitative Analysis, Research Synthesization, Technical Writing

Anticipated Posting End Date:

2026-11-20Base Pay Range: $160,000/yr - $200,000/yr

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.  In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). 

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