Public Credit Investment Analyst: Growth & Research

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

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.