Our client, a globally recognised institutional investment management firm is seeking a High Yield Credit Research Analyst to join their global credit portfolio management team. This individual will source and evaluate investment opportunities across a wide range of high yield companies.
Main Duties:
* Conduct detailed credit analysis and deliver high conviction investment recommendations for portfolio consideration
* Build and maintain sophisticated financial models to evaluate company fundamentals and investment opportunities
* Actively contribute to portfolio management through investment meetings, strategy discussions and portfolio construction support
* Monitor sector and industry developments, presenting insights and investment implications to the wider team.
* Drive idea generation and support continuous improvement of research processes
Experience/Attributes:
* 3-7 years of fundamental credit research experience with direct exposure to high yield issuers
* Excellent academic background
* Strong numeracy skills
* Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact confidently with senior stakeholders
* Highly self-motivated
* A team player who will embrace a positive collegiate culture