Leveraged Credit Research Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Retirement plan

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Neuberger Berman is seeking an experienced Research Analyst for its Non-Investment Grade Credit platform in Chicago. You will contribute to the leveraged credit research, support high yield and leveraged loan assets, and work within a large team of analysts, traders and PMs to drive investment ideas and risk-adjusted returns.

The role requires 1–2 years of research experience, strong financial modeling skills, and CFA or MBA preferred, with Series 7/66 within six months.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant research experience (sell-side and/or buy-side).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to share ideas with PMs and colleagues.
• Excellent quantitative and qualitative skills to evaluate company and industry data.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Research experience

Communication skills

Financial modeling

CFA or MBA preferred

Licensing: Series 7/66

Academic credentials

Education

CFA or MBA (preferred)

Job description

Neuberger Berman is seeking an experienced Research Analyst for its Non-Investment Grade Credit platform in Chicago. You will contribute to the leveraged credit research, support high yield and leveraged loan assets, and work within a large team of analysts, traders and PMs to drive investment ideas and risk-adjusted returns.

The role requires 1–2 years of research experience, strong financial modeling skills, and CFA or MBA preferred, with Series 7/66 within six months.