Municipal Fixed Income Research Analyst

About the role

Neuberger Berman is looking for a highly motivated and proactive Research Analyst to join its Municipal Fixed Income team in New York. The role deepens research capabilities through fundamental credit analysis and the use of technology and data tools, working closely with Research Analysts and Portfolio Managers to generate investment ideas across tax-exempt and taxable municipal bond portfolios.

Key responsibilities

• Proactively research, identify and implement investment ideas across coverage sectors, and integrate sector trends into actionable recommendations.
• Maintain high-quality, consistent work products in financial modeling, credit and sector analysis, written credit reports and credit review presentations for Portfolio Managers.
• Use data analysis tools and emerging AI applications to improve the efficiency, depth and consistency of credit research.
• Identify ways to automate routine workflows, organize large data sets and monitor credit trends across sectors.
• Apply technology tools to support idea generation, scenario analysis and portfolio risk surveillance.
• Establish and maintain industry relationships within covered sectors.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred with a strong academic record.
• 3-5+ years of research experience preferred.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in the municipal bond market.
• Hard-working and proactive, able to work in a fast-paced trading desk environment and independently evaluate investment ideas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and relationship skills within the department and the wider organization.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Required skills

• Familiarity with AI tools, data platforms or automation tools that can improve research efficiency.
• Interest in applying emerging technologies to gather, organize and analyze data across sectors.
• Series 7 and Series 66 licenses within 6 months of joining.

What we offer

• Salary range of $115,000-$140,000, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus.
• Benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement, life insurance and other benefits.
• Hybrid work arrangement.