Senior Credit Analyst IG & HY - Generalist

We are working with a leading asset manager that is looking to hire an experienced Credit Analyst (4-10 years' experience) to join their highly successful global & absolute return fixed income team in London.

A minimum of 4-10 years' experience in fundamental credit research covering Investment Grade & High is a core requirement for this role.  

The ideal candidate will have a generalist background (previous coverage of consumer and/or real estate is a big plus), as well as experience covering IG and HY names (although team does not typically trade below BB/BBB names). The fixed income team is the largest franchise within the asset management division and the team employs a top-down macro framework, complemented by bottom-up credit analysis.
 

This role sits within the Global & Absolute Return Fixed Income team and the team employs a macro, top-down approach complemented by bottom-up credit analysis. The team is also responsible for the flagship fund & a strategic income fund that aims to expand the firm’s product offerings and further strengthen its global market presence.

In terms of background, our client would consider buy-side or sell-side (ideally desk analyst) profiles and the ideal candidate will have a track record of generating trade ideas that have contributed to superior risk adjusted returns. Additionally, a strong understanding of macroeconomic drivers (growth, inflation and monetary policy) and how they impact a particular sector and/or individual names would be a major plus, although not required, provided the candidate has strong macro awareness.

This is an exciting opportunity and would involve working alongside a highly successful PM (and broader investment team), while being closely involved in the investment process. Any candidates getting in touch must be confident in their approach, as well as proactive with regards to trade idea generation, reacting to new issuances/earnings calls, and recommending changes to portfolio positioning when needed.

Requirements:

• 4 – 10+ years’ experience in fundamental credit analysis within a buy-side or sell-side (desk) environment.
• Proficient understanding of fixed income markets & instruments, including derivatives.
• Capable of conducting ESG analysis & integrating findings into investment decisions (preferred).
• Proven ability to deliver timely, high-quality analysis under pressure.
• Excellent presentation & communication skills, with fluency in English.
• Proactive in identifying investment opportunities with minimal supervision.