My client is a innovative multi-strategy credit boutique hedge fund committed to delivering superior risk-adjusted returns for our investors.
Our team of seasoned professionals specializes in diverse credit strategies, including distressed debt, high-yield, structured credit, and investment-grade corporate credit.
We pride ourselves on our rigorous analytical approach and our ability to identify and capitalize on market inefficiencies.
Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Credit Analyst with 3-6 years of experience to join our team.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in conducting in-depth credit analysis, developing investment recommendations, and monitoring credit portfolios across various strategies.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to contribute to a growing and successful firm.
Key Responsibilities: Credit Analysis and Research: Conduct thorough fundamental credit analysis on a wide range of corporate issuers across various industries.
Assess creditworthiness by analysing financial statements, industry conditions, competitive positioning, and management quality.
Develop detailed financial models to project cash flows, liquidity, and other key credit metrics.
Investment Recommendations: Generate investment ideas and provide actionable recommendations to portfolio managers.
Prepare comprehensive investment memos and present findings to the investment committee.
Continuously monitor existing investments and recommend adjustments based on changing credit conditions.
Market Monitoring: Stay abreast of market developments, industry trends, and regulatory changes affecting the credit markets.
Track and analyse credit spreads, yield curves, and other relevant market indicators.
Provide regular updates and insights to the investment team.
Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with portfolio managers, traders, and other analysts to ensure cohesive investment strategies.
Participate in team meetings, contributing to the overall investment strategy and risk management.
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including investors and company management.
Risk Management: Identify and evaluate credit risks associated with potential and existing investments.
Implement risk mitigation strategies and monitor credit exposure within the portfolio.
Ensure adherence to the firm's risk management policies and procedures.
Qualifications: Experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in credit analysis, preferably within a hedge fund, asset management firm, or investment bank.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
MBA or CFA designation is a plus.
Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in financial modelling and valuation techniques.
Deep understanding of corporate finance, capital structures, and fixed income markets.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
Proficiency in Bloomberg, Excel, and other financial software and databases.
Attributes: Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
Strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Demonstrated ability to generate investment ideas and deliver superior investment performance.