Job Description
Our client, a leading hedge fund is seeking to appoint a Corporate Bond Analyst with proven expertise in the financials sector, with a particular emphasis on bank credit.
The successful candidate will support the investment team in conducting in-depth research and analysis on corporate credit within the financials sector - with a primary focus on Europe. This role suits someone intellectually curious, detail-oriented, and eager to take ownership of investment ideas over time.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform detailed fundamental credit analysis on banks and financial institutions, with coverage across European markets.
* Develop and present high-conviction trade ideas to portfolio managers, backed by rigorous analysis and clear risk/reward frameworks.
* Assist in the ongoing surveillance of existing holdings and proactively identify new opportunities across investment-grade and high-yield corporate bond markets.
* Maintain close awareness of relevant macroeconomic and sector-specific developments affecting financial issuers.
Candidate Requirements:
* A minimum of 2–5 years of relevant experience, ideally gained on the buy-side.
* Strong familiarity with banking sector fundamentals, including capital adequacy, liquidity metrics, regulatory regimes, and credit instruments (e.g., senior unsecured, subordinated debt, AT1s).
* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain financial models, perform scenario analysis, and assess downside risk.
* Exceptional communication skills, with the capacity to express complex ideas concisely to senior investment professionals.
* A strong academic background in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline; progress toward or completion of the CFA designation is advantageous.
To apply: Please send your CV to fundmanagement@octaviusfinance.com