Hybrid High Yield Credit Analyst—Growth & Research

Symetra

Farmington (CT)

Hybrid

USD 130,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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401(k) match up to 6%

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Job summary

Symetra is hiring an Associate High Yield Credit Analyst in Farmington, CT. The role focuses on evaluating company fundamentals, industry trends, and constructing investment theses within the High Yield and Bank Loan space.

You will collaborate with senior analysts and portfolio managers to monitor and rebalance portfolios. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in credit research or related fields, strong analytical and financial modeling skills, and proficient Excel/PowerPoint/Word abilities.

Qualifications

BA/BS required; CFA designation a plus.
1-3 years of experience in credit or related fields (credit research, equity research, investment banking or private equity).
Analytical, quantitative and basic financial modeling skills.
Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word; Bloomberg familiarity a plus.

Responsibilities

Evaluate company fundamentals and industry trends, key operating metrics, business quality, competitive positioning and valuation.
Develop investment theses and recommendations on single names and monitor portfolios with portfolio managers.
Identify investment ideas across capital structure on primary and secondary opportunities.
Write research reports on single names and identify sector trends and outlooks.
Perform due diligence on corporate borrowers, including analyzing credit agreements and attending management meetings.
Interact with portfolio managers, traders and other analysts on the team; network with industry peers.