Analyst, Liquid Structured Credit

Bain Capital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bain Capital Credit in Boston is seeking Analysts to join the team for an immediate start. You will perform fundamental company research, build valuations, and contribute to investment recommendations.

The role offers exposure to private credit strategies, direct lending, and collaboration with experienced professionals. 1 year of post-undergrad investing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong academic credentials and a demonstrated track record of successful work experience in finance or investing.
• Experience analyzing and/or evaluating companies.
• A fundamental, analytically driven approach to investing with strong modeling capability.
• Experience interacting with and assessing senior management teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex analyses concisely.

Responsibilities

• Perform fundamental company-specific research: visit management, conduct on-site research, and attend industry conferences.
• Perform industry-level analyses to inform the investment process and provide context.
• Build earnings models and perform valuation analyses.
• Make proactive buy/sell recommendations and communicate views with the team.
• Learn and adopt the firm’s investment process with data-driven analyses and concise written summaries.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Financial modeling

Valuation

Investment analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Due diligence

Education

BS/BA from a highly regarded institution

Job description

We’re hiring! Our Credit team is seeking Analysts to join the team for an immediate start. With approximately $225 billion of assets under management, Bain Capital is one of the world’s leading private investment firms. We create lasting impact for our investors, teams, businesses, and the communities in which we live. Over four decades we have strategically grown our platform to focus on Private Equity, Growth & Venture, Capital Solutions, Credit & Capital Markets, and Real Assets. Today, our team includes 1,880+ employees in 24 offices on four continents. We partner differently to help people and companies embrace possibility and realize potential. Founded as a private partnership in 1984, we have fostered a culture of innovation, entrepreneurialism, and agility, empowering our people to define and own their career trajectories. Today, our partnership approach enables us to pursue strategic growth, build enduring relationships with a robust external network, and collaborate across our integrated platform to connect the deep and diverse expertise that unlocks breakthrough insights. Our people are the heart of our advantage. Colleagues at all levels have a seat at the table as they tackle business challenges with a principal investor mindset. By asking incisive questions, respectfully challenging one another, and remaining intellectually agile, we work together to achieve exceptional outcomes. For more information visit: Bain Capital Bain Capital Credit Overview Bain Capital Credit is a leading global credit specialist with approximately $65 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025. We invest across the full spectrum of credit strategies, including leveraged loans, high-yield bonds, direct lending, structured products, non-performing loans, and equities. Through our numerous funds, we have the ability to invest in every level of a company’s capital structure from secured debt to equity, and we can also provide capital to growing companies with unique financing needs. Bain Capital Credit has a world-class team of over 115 investment professionals with extensive experience analyzing and managing high-yield investments. Industry Team Overview Bain Capital Credit’s US industry team covers over 16 sectors. Investment professionals apply their industry-specific knowledge and networks to identify and evaluate investment opportunities across the capital structure and for all Bain Capital Credit funds and accounts. Team members spend their time reviewing investment opportunities and selecting securities, conducting due diligence, preparing investment recommendations and monitoring the universe of names they follow. Industry team members interact regularly with the Credit Committee, Portfolio Management teams, and Trading Desk to communicate and refine their recommendations. This individual will be based in our Boston office.

Responsibilities

• Perform fundamental company‑specific research: visit company management, conduct original on‑site research in the field (with customers, suppliers, etc.), and attend industry conferences
• Perform industry‑level analyses to inform the investment process and provide critical context
• Build earnings models and perform valuation analysis
• Make proactive buy/sell recommendations and effectively communicate your views with team members
• Learn and adopt the firm’s straightforward investment process, characterized by direct verbal communication and concise written investment summaries supported by in‑depth data‑driven analysis (i.e., quantitative models of market size/growth, competitive positioning, and financial statements/analysis valuation)

Qualifications

• Strong academic credentials (BS/BA from highly regarded institution) and a demonstrated track record of successful work experience 1 year of post‑undergrad business and/or investing experience with an investment management firm, investment banking, or venture capital/private equity firm
• Experience analyzing and/or evaluating companies
• A fundamental, analytically driven approach to investing with strong analytical/modeling capability
• Experience interacting with and assessing senior management teams
• Ability to work collaboratively in team environments and strong relationship‑building skills
• Creative approach to due diligence
• Excellent communication skills with ability to synthesize complicated analyses concisely and to articulate insightful conclusions compellingly. Open to spirited debate over ideas.

Compensation

Compensation Expected Annual Base Salary $110,000-$150,000 This is the expected annual base salary range for this position. Actual base salary will be determined by a wide range of factors including but not limited to role, function, level, experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

In addition to a competitive base salary, this position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based upon factors such as individual impact, team and firm performance.

Bain Capital offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, family needs, and overall well‑being.

Bain Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

Founded in 1984, Bain Capital is one of the world’s leading private investment firms. We are committed to creating lasting impact for our investors, teams, businesses, and the communities in which we live. As a private partnership, we lead with conviction and a culture of collaboration, advantages that enable us to innovate investment approaches, unlock opportunities, and create exceptional outcomes. Our global platform invests across five focus areas: Private Equity, Growth & Venture, Capital Solutions, Credit, and Real Assets. In these focus areas, we bring deep sector expertise and wide‑ranging capabilities. We have 24 offices on four continents, more than 2,000 employees, and approximately $225 billion in assets under management. To learn more, visit www.baincapital.com. Follow @BainCapital on LinkedIn and X (Twitter).

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