Investment Analyst, Public Credit

The Hartford; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hartford is seeking an Investment Analyst to join the Public Credit Research team. The role involves analyzing and underwriting new investment ideas, building financial models, and monitoring existing holdings using a fundamental and relative value framework.

2+ years in credit research or related field is required. The base pay range is $97,200–$118,800, with potential bonuses and incentives. Strong communication and independent work style are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in credit research or related investment role.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or quantitative field.
• Strong accounting and financial statement analysis skills.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Bloomberg/Capital IQ is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with others.
• Pursuing CFA; CFA designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in and provide contributions to the fundamental credit research process for new investment ideas and monitoring existing holdings.
• Build detailed financial models for companies and conduct comparable company analyses with some oversight.
• Monitor industry and company news that may affect the credit outlook and relative value.
• Prepare independent analyses for credit presentations to PMs and clients.
• Analyze credits and present investment views to Head of Public Credit Research and PMs.
• Contribute to credit recommendation updates using internal systems (CATAGO, Bloomberg chats, meetings).
• Participate in Public Credit Research projects and HIMCO training.

Skills

AI analytics

Communication skills

Independent thinker

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting/economics/quantitative

Tools

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Investment Analyst - DFH802

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.

Public Credit Research Overview of Position:

HIMCO is seeking an Investment Analyst to jointhe Public Credit Research team. The Investment Analyst will work closely with senior analysts in Public Credit Research to analyze and underwrite new investment ideas and monitor existing holdings using our fundamental and relative value investment framework

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in and provide individual contributions to the fundamental credit research process for new investment ideas and monitoring existing holdings
• Independently utilize financial information to build detailed financial models for companies as well as comparable company analysis with some help/oversight/assistance from the senior analyst.
• Proactively monitor company and industry news that may affect the fundamental outlook and/or relative value of our holdings
• Assist with and provide independent analysis for credit presentations to PMs and other internal/external clients
• Work independently to analyze credits and formulate investment recommendations and present views to Head of Public Credit Research and PMs
• Assist and provide substantial input into preparing credit recommendation updates that utilize our internal systems, including CATAGO, Bloomberg chats and virtual/in-person morning meetings.
• Begin to deliver content in these forums.
• Assist with and provide substantial input for ad-hoc projects, begin to support broader Public Credit Research projects
• Actively participate in and provide content for Public Credit Research and HIMCO training.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of relevant experience in credit research/fixed income, investment banking, equity research, accounting, corporate finance, or related investment role.
• Strong academic background, preference for bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or quantitative (STEM) field
• Strong accounting and financial statement analysis skills
• Strong Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, Powerpoint) and AI/data analytics skills.
• Knowledge of Bloomberg, Capital IQ or other financial statement data vendor a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing towards a culture of collaboration
• Independent thinker; intellectually curious, with a passion for investing.
• Progress toward CFA designation or willingness to pursue CFA is a plus but not required.
• Depending on experience, position title will be either Senior Investment Analyst, Investment Analyst, or Assistant Investment Analyst

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of your employment for HIMCO, you will be required to affirm to HIMCO’s Code of Ethics and understand that you will be required to comply with the disclosure of accounts, holdings and pre‑clearance of trades for the accounts of you and your household family members as more fully described in the Code of Ethics Key Points. If you will be deemed to be a “Covered Associate” under HIMCO’s Pay to Play Policy, you will also need to disclose all political contributions that you have given within the past 2 calendar years

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is: $97,200 - $118,800

Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

Every day, a day to do right. Showing up for people isn’t just what we do. It’s who we are – and have been for more than 200 years. We’re devoted to finding innovative ways to serve our customers, communities and employees—continually asking ourselves what more we can do. Is our policy language as simple and inclusive as it can be? Can we better help businesses navigate our ever-changing world? What else can we do to destigmatize mental health in the workplace? Can we make our communities more equitable? That we can rise to the challenge of these questions is due in no small part to our company values that our employees have shaped and defined. And while how we contribute looks different for each of us, it’s these values that drive all of us to do more and to do better every day.