Collateralized Loan Obligation (CLO), Senior Associate

State Street; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

State Street is seeking a Structured Trust and Analytics Senior Associate to oversee day-to-day activities for a set of investment vehicles under supervision by the Assistant Vice President. The role requires understanding structured finance, a client focus, and the ability to manage multiple assignments under pressure.

The candidate will liaise with collateral managers, help onboard deal closings, review workflows, train staff, and perform analyst duties including CLO concentration and tests

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or economics.
• 2+ years of experience working within an investment firm.
• Experience managing and manipulating large data sets in Excel and creating Excel-based models for tests and parameters in legal docs.
• Experience with Indentures and Offering Memorandums.
• Experience with credit instruments (senior secured loans and high yield bonds) and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Collateral Managers to strengthen relationships and generate new business leads.
• Assist in onboarding new deal closings per New Deal Setup Procedures.
• Review analyst workflow.
• Train staff on proper servicing techniques.
• Assist management team with metrics and other administrative items.
• Run hypothetical trades per client instruction.
• Execute Excel/Solvas models to calculate CLO Concentration, Coverage, and Collateral Quality Tests.
• Prepare quarterly waterfall disbursements.
• Advance relationships with clients, investors and internal groups within State Street.
• Participate in special projects as assigned.

Job description

Who We Are Looking For

Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President, the Structured Trust and Analytics, Senior Associate, is responsible for the day to day activities for a particular set of investment vehicles. Candidates should have some understanding of Structured Finance Transactions, have a strong client focus, be able to do well under pressure and successfully manage multiple assignments at one time

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Liaise with Collateral Managers to strengthen relationships and generate new business leads
• Assist in onboarding new deal closings per New Deal Setup Procedures
• Review analyst workflow
• Train staff on proper servicing techniques
• Assist management team with metrics and other administrative items
• Perform analyst functions as necessary:
  • Run hypothetical trades per client instruction
  • Execute Excel/Solvas models to calculate CLO Concentration, Coverage, and Collateral Quality Tests
  • Prepare quarterly waterfall disbursements
• Advance relationships with clients, investors and internal groups within State Street
• Participate in special projects as assigned.

What We Value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• A strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize deadline-driven workflow
• Ability to work well within a small group and operate independently on short- and long-term goals
• Detail-oriented and a natural problem solver; have the resolve to independently research problems and offer solutions
• Excellent intrapersonal & communication skills – via phone and email
• Passion for improving systems and processes

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in accounting, finance, or economics
• 2+ years of experience working within an investment firm
• Managing and manipulating large amounts of data in Excel
• Creating Excel-based models to measure various tests and parameters outlined in legal documents, preferable related to CLOs/Bank Loans
• Comprehending and interpreting legal documentation such as Indentures and Offering Memorandums
• Working with credit instruments (senior secured loans and high yield bonds); and communicating with clients.
• Systems: Wall Street Office, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Solvas, LoanOps Portal, My State Street, Bloomberg, LS Fax, Collaborate

About State Street

State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow.

We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility

We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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Salary Range

$52,000 - $94,120 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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Job ID: R-796527