High-Yield Credit Research Analyst: Investment Ideas

Neuberger; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Retirement

Life insurance

Other benefits to eligible employees

Job summary

Neuberger seeks an experienced Research Analyst to join its Non-Investment Grade Credit platform in Chicago. The role focuses on leveraged credit ideas, industry analysis, and presenting recommendations to Portfolio Managers.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of research experience and strong financial modeling skills, with CFA or MBA preferred. Must obtain Series 7 & 66 within six months; authorization to work in the United States is required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant research experience (sell-side and/or buy-side)
• Strong written and verbal communication to influence portfolio outcomes
• Ability to independently evaluate ideas within covered industries
• Excellent quantitative/qualitative skills to synthesize data into actionable ideas
• Strong accounting and financial modeling experience
• Academic credentials and achievement
• Must obtain Series 7 & 66 within six months of joining

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and implement investment ideas across coverage sectors
• Evaluate and integrate industry trends into actionable investment recommendations
• Maintain high quality financial modeling and analysis of credit/industry trends
• Prepare written credit reports and credit review presentations for Portfolio Managers
• Establish and maintain industry relationships within covered sectors

Skills

Research analysis

Written and verbal communication

Independent evaluation

Financial modeling

CFA or MBA preferred

Series 7 & 66 within six months

Education

CFA or MBA preferred

Job description

Neuberger seeks an experienced Research Analyst to join its Non-Investment Grade Credit platform in Chicago. The role focuses on leveraged credit ideas, industry analysis, and presenting recommendations to Portfolio Managers.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of research experience and strong financial modeling skills, with CFA or MBA preferred. Must obtain Series 7 & 66 within six months; authorization to work in the United States is required.