Credit Research Associate, CLOs/ High Yield, Global Asset Manager

Greenwich Partners; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major global asset manager in London is seeking a Credit Research Associate. The role involves conducting credit analysis, assisting portfolio managers, and building financial models. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. This position offers a salary range of £40,000 to £60,000 per annum and full-time employment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in asset management or investment banking.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Knowledge of structured credit products is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary credit analysis and financial modeling.
• Monitor portfolio performance and report findings.
• Assist in developing portfolio and sector strategy.

Skills

Credit analysis

Financial modeling

Strong analytical ability

Communication skills

Education

3-5 years experience in leveraged finance

Tools

Bloomberg

Job description

Credit Research Associate, CLOs / High Yield – Global Fund

We are now working with a major global asset manager who are looking to recruit a Credit Research Associate into their London team.

You will be responsible for primary coverage of sector credits in the primary and secondary market, assisting portfolio managers with underwriting of investment opportunities and ongoing management of portfolio credits.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental credit analysis, financial modeling and forecasting, and underwriting of investment opportunities in both the primary deal pipeline and secondary market.
• Monitor and report on performance of portfolio investments in designated industry sectors.
• Maintain credit databases by entering financial data as needed on a quarterly and annual basis.
• Build financial forecast models, including forecasting revenue and EBITDA, and leverage; analysts are expected to generate multiple forecast scenarios.
• Complete ad‑hoc reporting and investment analysis.
• Engage with corporate management in‑person and participate in quarterly and annual calls with obligors.
• Assist with development of portfolio and sector strategy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• At least 3 years (up to 5 years) of experience with leveraged finance in an asset management or investment banking setting and/or relevant academic credentials.
• Strong analytical ability (quantitative and logical reasoning).
• Prior financial modeling experience.
• Working understanding of Bloomberg and its capabilities.
• Strong communication skills – written and oral.
• Mature and focused work ethic.
• Experience or knowledge of structured credit products, such as CLOs, is a plus but not mandatory.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsoring.

Location and Compensation

London, England, United Kingdom

£40,000.00-£60,000.00 per annum

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