Analyst

AllianceBernstein L.P.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Sick and vacation time off

Job summary

AllianceBernstein L.P. in Minneapolis, MN, is seeking an entry‑level but high‑profile analyst to support pricing decisions for debt and structured loan opportunities.

You will partner with analytics professionals, investment advisors and senior stakeholders to develop and advance business strategies. The role reports to the Loan Portfolio Director and will focus on building cashflow models, understanding value and risk in new investments, and delivering portfolio performance analyses for clients

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or related discipline.
• 1+ years of experience in transactional finance, structured credit, corporate finance, financial analysis, statistics, analytics or related fields.
• Highly analytical and creative mindset with strong commercial orientation.
• Completion or in-process status of the CFA designation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain cashflow models that support debt and structured product purchase pricing decisions.
• Collaborate with investment advisors to understand value and risks in new investment opportunities during underwriting.
• Carry out performance analysis and reporting for portfolios and investors.
• Take responsibility for loan portfolio investments across the global loan portfolio team, with primary focus on the U.S. market.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics

Tools

Excel

Intex

SAS

Python

Snowflake

Looker

Job description

Who You’ll Work With

This is an entry‑level but high‑profile role in a high‑impact team. The successful candidate will provide analysis to support commercial decisions for pricing both performing and non‑performing loan portfolio opportunities while working with analytics professionals, investment advisors and senior stakeholders to develop and achieve business strategies. The position reports to the Loan Portfolio Director and is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with analytics and trading professionals to develop and maintain cashflow models that support debt and structured product purchase pricing decisions.
• Collaborate with investment advisors to develop a clear understanding of value and risks in new investment opportunities during the underwriting process.
• Carry out performance analysis and reporting for portfolios and investors.
• Take responsibility for loan portfolio investments across the global loan portfolio team, with primary focus on the U.S. market.

What We’re Looking For

• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or a related discipline.
• History of achievement and strong work ethic.
• 1+ years of experience in transactional finance, structured credit, corporate finance, financial analysis, statistics, analytics or related fields.
• Highly analytical and creative mindset with strong commercial orientation.
• Significant curiosity in capital markets, trading and analytics.
• Interest and capability to learn and understand core business and to deliver results from a strategic perspective.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and be self‑motivated.
• Willingness to work extended hours as needed based on deal activities.
• Ability to travel as needed, though travel is expected to be limited.
• Preferred experience in the financial services sector.
• Some proficiency with Excel, Intex, SAS, Python, Snowflake and Looker; on‑the‑job training will be provided.
• Completion or in‑process status of the CFA designation.
• Experience in loan portfolio analysis, consumer loans, or related investment experience in financial or economic modelling.

Salary and Benefits

Base Salary Range: $120,000 to $150,000. Base salaries may vary based on factors including education, training, experience and other job‑related factors. In addition, AB provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick and vacation time off.

EEO Statement

AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law. AB’s policies and practices strive to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants, solely based on job‑related criteria.