Analyst, Corporate Credit - Investment Grade

The Analyst, Corporate Credit plays a role in shaping our investment strategy for investment grade bank and financial institutions bonds. You will drive the investment process by conducting in-depth analysis, developing robust credit opinions, and delivering actionable recommendations that directly influence portfolio decisions. This role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact on our investment outcomes by translating detailed market insights into strategic actions for our portfolio managers.

Job Functions

• Conduct Research: Perform detailed financial, market, and economic analysis to evaluate bonds across banks and other financial institutions within the US IG credit universe, including capital adequacy, asset quality, funding and liquidity profiles

• Develop Investment Ideas: Use your market awareness to identify trends and propose new ideas that enhance our investment strategy

• Communicate Findings: Share your research, analysis, and recommendations with the team in a clear and straightforward manner

• Monitor Market Conditions: Stay informed about market developments and adjust your analysis as needed to support our investment decisions

• At least 5 years of experience in corporate credit, including direct coverage of banks and relative value analysis

• Strong research skills with the ability to extract and share meaningful investment insights

• A solid understanding of fixed income markets, including macroeconomic factors, and a genuine interest in the US Investment grade bond market

• Working knowledge of bank credit fundamentals and the regulatory framework, including capital and liquidity requirements, stress testing, and bank capital structure (senior, subordinated, and preferred securities)

• Proficiency in financial modeling and quantitative analysis

• A bachelor’s degree is required

• Prefer CFA designation (or progress towards it) or MBA

Base Salary Range

The estimated base salary range for this position is $150,000 – $185,000. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package.