VP, Credit Research Leader — EMEA Fixed Income

PIMCO Europe Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PIMCO Europe Ltd. is seeking an experienced Credit Analyst to cover a portfolio of EMEA names in non-financial investment grade and high yield sectors.

The role reports to European Credit Research leaders and involves generating investment ideas, conducting fundamental research, and delivering written evaluations to Portfolio Managers. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in credit research (HY focus), strong financial modeling and relative value skills, exceptional English communication, and a

Qualifications

• Ideally over 5 years of experience in credit research with a focus on HY.
• Outstanding skills in conducting in-depth, fundamental credit research including financial modeling and relative value analysis.
• Demonstrate the ability to make judgments regarding a company’s competitive position, risk and valuation.
• Proactive in generating successful investment ideas, including taking the lead in advocating investment ideas and opportunities to Portfolio Managers.
• High level of numeracy and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills with a strong command of the English language (verbal and written skills).
• Ability to prioritise competing demands for time and cover the industry research with minimal direction.
• Strong academic track record ideally with CFA, Accountancy or MBA qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Generating and proactively communicating investment ideas to Portfolio Managers
• Providing fundamental and relative value research
• Producing written reports such as company evaluations, quarterly updates, relative value analyses and industry reviews
• Responding to Portfolio Manager enquiries regarding credit concerns, market overviews, and sector changes
• Occasional interaction with clients or client service professionals

Job description

PIMCO Europe Ltd. is seeking an experienced Credit Analyst to cover a portfolio of EMEA names in non-financial investment grade and high yield sectors.

The role reports to European Credit Research leaders and involves generating investment ideas, conducting fundamental research, and delivering written evaluations to Portfolio Managers. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in credit research (HY focus), strong financial modeling and relative value skills, exceptional English communication, and a