Corporate Credit Research Analyst

ArrowMark Partners; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Company contribution to medical

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

ArrowMark Partners is seeking a Corporate Credit Research Analyst to join the CLO team in Colorado. Responsibilities include evaluating investment opportunities, assessing primary and secondary issuances, and building financial models to deliver risk-adjusted recommendations for CLOs and private funds.

The candidate should have 2–5 years of sub-investment grade credit experience, strong analytical skills, and be able to present views to portfolio managers and committees.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience evaluating and monitoring sub-investment grade corporate credit exposures for CLOs, mutual funds, or related funds.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills through fundamental research.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to PMs and committees.
• Collaborative, inquisitive and detail-oriented; able to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and analyze investment opportunities for CLO Funds and private funds.
• Assess primary and secondary offerings to identify risk/return drivers.
• Develop and maintain financial models; analyze relative value and risk-adjusted return.
• Provide buy/sell/hold recommendations aligned with clients’ long-term goals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Independent working

Self-motivated

Education

Undergraduate studies in business, accounting or mathematical sciences

CFA/CPA/MBA a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Position: Corporate Credit Research Analyst

Sub-sector: Leveraged Finance (senior bank loans, second lien loans)

Role Description: ArrowMark is looking to add an experienced credit analyst to the firm's growing CLO team. Primary responsibilities will include:

• Working closely with colleagues and portfolio managers to help drive the investment process through the identification, evaluation, analysis and recommendation of investment opportunities for the CLO Funds and private funds managed by the company;
• Evaluating both primary issuance and secondary opportunities with a focus on identifying risk and return drivers; and
• Developing and maintaining financial models, analyzing relative value and risk-adjusted return, assessing legal frameworks like credit agreements and providing "buy/sell/hold" recommendations aimed at achieving long-term investment goals of clients.

Experience, Qualifications, and Skills:

• A minimum of 2-5 years of experience evaluating and monitoring sub-investment grade corporate credit exposures for CLOs, mutual funds, Business Development Company, separately managed accounts, credit hedge funds or lending institution;
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills through fundamental research framework;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present views and recommendations to portfolio managers and investment committee in a concise and organized manner;
• Collaborative, inquisitive and detail-oriented personality;
• Ability to work independently and in a highly collaborative team-oriented environment;
• Self-starter with continuous focus on self-improvement;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (excel, word, outlook, etc.); and
• Completion of undergraduate studies in business, accounting or mathematical sciences. CFA, CPA and/or MBA a plus.

Additional Information

ArrowMark Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We believe the most effective way to attract and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce is to foster an open, collaborative culture where diversity of perspectives, ideas and experiences is highly valued and encouraged because it enhances employee engagement and leads to better investment outcomes for clients. We welcome all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

Estimated Base Compensation 1 : [USD] The base salary range for this position is $150,000 -- $200,000.

Annual Bonus Opportunity: Position is eligible to receive an annual discretionary bonus award. Individual bonuses are determined based on individual, team, and Company performance.

Benefits: ArrowMark is committed to offering a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees that include; competitive medical coverage, retirement plans, company contribution to medical coverage, and lifestyle benefits.

1 The posted salary range describes the minimum to maximum range for this job description in the state of Colorado. The salary range is posted in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary range for this same position may be lower or higher in markets outside of Colorado. Actual pay may be different.