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TIAA

Senior Director, Municipal Research Analyst

TIAA

. Conduct and review fundamental credit research on complex municipal issuers .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $146,000 - $204,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in municipal credit research, including advanced analytical and financial statement analysis skills. Proficient in developing and presenting credit opinions while mentoring junior analysts and collaborating on research initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Municipal Credit Research ExperienceAdvanced Microsoft Excel SkillsFinancial Statement AnalysisOral And Written Communication SkillsCFA Or Master's Degree

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Hard Skills
Credit ResearchAnalytical TechniquesMathematical SkillsProblem RecognitionData Analysis
Soft Skills
Team CollaborationMentoringIndependent Project Completion
Tools & Technologies
CreditscopeBloombergAI ToolsData Management Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
CFAMaster's Degree
Industry Keywords
Municipal IssuersCredit OpinionsSector ResearchResearch ProceduresIndustry Conferences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Conduct and review fundamental credit research on complex municipal issuers
  • Develop written and oral reports articulating and supporting credit opinions
  • Conduct and guide sector research and stay current on trends impacting municipal credit
  • Convey credit opinions to portfolio management teams through written reports and presentations
  • Attend and potentially speak at industry conferences
  • Conduct site visits as necessary
  • Develop, implement, and enhance research procedures and analytical techniques
  • Lead and participate in team-wide projects and initiatives
  • Use new technology, data management, and analytical tools for municipal research initiatives
  • Collaborate with management on research and development procedures, techniques, and best practices
  • Advise and mentor junior analysts on municipal credit analysis

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Minimum of 5+ years of municipal credit research experience
  • 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 oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work within a team and complete projects independently
  • Familiarity with Copilot or other AI/generative AI tools to enhance research efficiency and data analysis
  • Master's degree or CFA preferred
  • University degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Incentive program linked to performance, depending on the role
  • Superior retirement program
  • Competitive health, wellness, and work life offerings
  • Financial, physical, emotional, and overall well-being support
  • Future-focused skills and AI tools
  • Meaningful learning experiences and development pathways
  • Hybrid Flex work arrangement