Emerging Markets Analyst in Genève

Garda Capital Partners (Garda) is a multi-billion dollar alternative investment firm with over 22 years of experience deploying relative value strategies across fixed income markets for institutional investors. We hire, grow, and mentor great talent and remain steadfast in our commitment to building a culture that helps them succeed. Garda is more than a workplace. We are built on trust, integrity, and a shared vision for how we work together, the enduring relationships we build, and the consistency of our results. Garda's primary offices are located in Wayzata, New York City, West Palm Beach, Geneva, Zug, Copenhagen, Singapore, and Scottsdale.Garda is looking to hire an Emerging Markets Analyst to join theMacro Trading Deskin Geneva. The candidate will be supporting the main risk taker in Emerging Markets as well as the broader macro team in exploring and analyzing investment ideas across Emerging Markets.Position ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain models to track and forecast GDP, inflation, interest rates and fiscal balances across key emerging countries.Actively monitor portfolio positions and stay ahead of macroeconomic trends, political events, and other market catalysts.Develop and translate original data-driven analysis into clear investment ideas and market views.Work closely with risk takers to assist with idea generation, portfolio construction, and day-to-day risk management.Qualifications & Desired Skills3-5 years’ experience of EM economic analysis at a major public institution or top-tier buy-side firmMaster’s Degree in economics, finance or a similar quantitative disciplineProven ability to apply macroeconomic forecasting and statistical techniques, including experience with forecasting methodologies like ARIMA, VAR, and VECM modelsKnowledge in financial markets and the mechanisms of macroeconomic policy-makingExperience tracking and analyzing sovereign debt issuance and external government balance sheetsStrong understanding of derivatives (e.g., familiarity with options Greeks, common hedging strategies, etc.)Strong written and oral communication skillsCritical thinking, strong attention to detail and independent problem-solving skillsAdvanced programming skills and proficiency in BloombergAbility to work unconventional hours in a high-energy, time sensitive team environment #J-18808-Ljbffr