At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct in-depth analysis of corporate bonds and support investment decisions.
- Company: Reputable boutique asset management firm with a long-term investment philosophy.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work alongside experts, and develop your analytical skills.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on investment strategies while learning from seasoned professionals.
- Qualifications: Relevant credit research experience and strong financial modelling skills required.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Our client is a highly regarded boutique asset management firm with a long-term investment philosophy. They are looking to hire a Credit Research Analyst to join their established Fixed Income team, supporting investment decisions across global corporate bond markets.
Working alongside experienced Portfolio Managers, you will be responsible for researching corporate bond issuers across developed markets, with a primary focus on Europe, UK and North America. This is an excellent opportunity for an intellectually curious analyst with strong fundamental credit skills to contribute directly to investment decisions.
- Carry out in-depth fundamental analysis of corporate bond issuers, assessing business quality, financial strength and credit risk.
- Develop and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate leverage, liquidity, cash flow generation and downside scenarios.
- Produce clear, evidence-based investment recommendations for Portfolio Managers.
- Monitor portfolio holdings and keep abreast of earnings announcements, market developments, rating agency activity and issuer-specific news.
- Assess relative value opportunities across the corporate credit universe.
- Meet with company management teams, brokers, research analysts and other market participants to enhance investment insight.
- Analyse sector trends, competitive dynamics and macroeconomic factors that may influence credit performance.
- Incorporate ESG considerations into fundamental credit analysis as part of the investment process.
- Contribute, where appropriate, to broader macro and sovereign market analysis to support fixed income investment views.
Relevant fundamental credit research experience, ideally within an asset manager or other institutional investment environment.
A solid understanding of global investment grade credit markets with exposure to high yield viewed favourably.
Strong financial modelling skills.
Confidence to develop independent investment views supported by robust research.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly to investment professionals.
An excellent academic record, with CFA qualification (or progress towards it) considered advantageous.
Credit Research Analyst, Credit Investment in London employer: Mason Blake
Join a prestigious boutique asset management firm that values intellectual curiosity and offers a collaborative work environment. As a Credit Research Analyst, you will have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned Portfolio Managers, contributing to impactful investment decisions while benefiting from a culture that promotes professional growth and development. Located in a vibrant financial hub, this role provides unique access to industry leaders and a chance to engage in meaningful analysis that shapes investment strategies across global markets.
