Associate, Credit Analyst NGC

JR United Kingdom; Woking; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company seeks a Credit Analyst to cover sector credits in both primary and secondary markets. The role involves conducting fundamental credit analysis and assisting in the monitoring of portfolio performance. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills and relevant experience in leveraged finance or investment banking.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years experience in leveraged finance or investment banking.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct credit analysis, financial modeling, and underwriting.
• Monitor portfolio investments and maintain the credit database.
• Engage with corporate management and develop sector strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative reasoning

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Bloomberg

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Position: Credit Analyst - Sector Coverage

Responsible for primary coverage of sector credits in the primary and secondary markets, assisting senior analysts and portfolio managers with underwriting investment opportunities and ongoing monitoring of portfolio credits. Prior sector experience in software, hotels, and gaming is preferred but not required. This position is primarily based in London, UK.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Conduct fundamental credit analysis, financial modeling, forecasting, and underwriting of investment opportunities in both the primary deal pipeline and secondary market.
2. Monitor and report on the performance of portfolio investments within designated industry sectors.
3. Maintain credit database in Allvue/Black Mountain by entering financial data quarterly and annually.
4. Build financial forecast models, including revenue, EBITDA, and leverage forecasts, generating multiple scenarios.
5. Complete ad hoc reporting and investment analysis.
6. Engage with corporate management in person and participate in quarterly and annual calls with obligors.
7. Assist in developing portfolio and sector strategies.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. 3-6 years of experience in leveraged finance within asset management or investment banking, or relevant academic credentials. Experience can be buy-side, sell-side, or from major rating agencies.
2. Strong analytical skills, including quantitative and logical reasoning.
3. Prior financial modeling experience.
4. Working knowledge of Bloomberg and its capabilities, with models linked to Bloomberg API.
5. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
6. Mature, focused work ethic.
7. Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred or active pursuit of CFA designation.

Company Overview

Nassau Financial Group, based in Hartford, Connecticut, is a growth-oriented, digitally enabled financial services company with a fully integrated platform across insurance and asset management. Founded in 2015, Nassau has grown to $1.6 billion in total adjusted capital, $24.8 billion in assets under management, and 365,000 policies as of March 31, 2025.

Our employees embody an entrepreneurial spirit, building on a strong track record of customer-first service, understanding evolving income and protection needs, and developing high-quality products.

Nassau is committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or any other protected characteristic. This policy covers all employment terms, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, layoffs, transfers, leaves, compensation, and training.