Corporate Credit Analyst recruitment
The Position and Responsibilities:
We are seeking to hire a Credit Analyst to work in the Corporate Credit Team based in London (West End). The individual will conduct fundamental credit analysis of new and existing leveraged finance transactions. Additionally, the credit analyst will be responsible for all ongoing monitoring of selected credits and industries.
The ideal candidate will have mid-level leveraged finance experience (c. 3 years) acquired at an institutional investment manager. We will also consider leveraged finance bankers looking to make a first move into credit research. The team invests across Europe so the credit analyst will ideally speak additional European languages.
Successfully executing this role may lead to an extension of responsibilities. The company is very dynamic and fosters an environment where employees are encouraged to take initiative, gain responsibility and actively participate in the development of the firm in the broader sense.
Essential Skills:
• Exceptional fundamental credit skills
• Excellent financial modelling skills (LBO – Leveraged Finance)
• Exceptional communication skills including demonstrable experience of presenting to investment committees
• Highly-developed sense of teamwork and cooperation
• Ability to manage workflow under strict deadlines
• CFA or currently studying towards a CFA designation (or equivalent) will be advantageous
• European languages are highly desirable
• Strong academic record