Credit Research Analyst, Corporate Bonds (Financials) — Buy-Side Investment Firm, London

Octavius Finance; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading buy-side investment firm in London is seeking a Credit Research Analyst to join its high-performing fixed income team. The role involves conducting credit research and financial analysis on European and UK banks, generating trade ideas, and supporting portfolio management. Candidates should have 1–3 years of experience in credit research, strong analytical and communication skills, and a relevant degree. This position offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience in credit research with exposure to financial institutions.
• Strong modelling skills and analytical mindset.
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed fundamental credit research and financial analysis on European and UK banks.
• Generate and pitch trade ideas directly to the Portfolio Manager.
• Monitor sector developments, earnings results, and macro/regulatory changes.

Skills

Credit research

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Modelling skills

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

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Credit Research Analyst, Corporate Bonds (Financials) — Buy-Side Investment Firm, London, London

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

An outstanding opportunity has arisen to join a high-performing fixed income team. Our client, an institutional asset manager, is looking to hire a Credit Research Analyst to support the management of securities across the European banking sector. This is a high-impact, market-facing role offering direct exposure to portfolio management and active involvement in trade strategy across the credit capital structure.

The Role

Working closely with the lead Portfolio Manager, you will contribute fundamental credit research and trade ideas across senior unsecured, subordinated (Tier 2), and Additional Tier 1 (AT1) debt issued by developed market banks. The fund employs a high-conviction, high-turnover strategy, and the successful candidate will play a key role in identifying value opportunities, monitoring positions, and helping to manage risk across the portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct detailed fundamental credit research and financial analysis on European and UK banks
• Generate and pitch trade ideas directly to the Portfolio Manager across primary and secondary markets
• Monitor sector developments, earnings results, and macro/regulatory changes impacting the banking landscape
• Attend industry conferences, issuer meetings, and maintain regular contact with counterparties and coverage teams

Candidate Profile:

• 1–3 years’ experience in credit research, with exposure to financial institutions
• Strong modelling skills and an analytical mindset, with the ability to translate data into actionable investment insights
• Excellent communication skills with some experience pitching ideas to investment professionals or PMs
• Commercially aware, highly organised, and confident operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; CFA progression is advantageous