Credit Research Associate - High Yield & Leveraged Loans

Credit Research Associate - High Yield & Leveraged Loans Job details

Location

London

Date Posted

22 August 2025

Category

Investment

Job Type

Permanent

Job ID

Competitive

Description

A leading investment manager with a proven track record in credit markets is seeking a Credit Research Associate. The role will focus on high yield bonds and leveraged loans, providing in-depth company and sector analysis to support investment decisions across credit strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake detailed fundamental research on European and US high yield issuers and leveraged loan borrowers including financial modelling and capital structure evaluation.
• Monitor portfolio positions and provide timely updates on credit performance and industry developments
• Produce investment notes for discussions with Portfolio Managers and other analysts to formulate investment ideas
• Perform relative value analysis on new opportunities across primary and secondary markets
• Keep up-to-date on market trends, regulatory changes and macroeconomic drivers impacting leveraged credit markets

Candidate Profile:

• 3-5 years of experience in credit research, leveraged finance, restructuring or a related field
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills, with the ability to assess cash flow sustainability and capital structures
• Solid understanding of credit documentation
• Ability to articulate investment views clearly with conviction
• Self-motivated and proactive nature
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related discipline; CFA designation (or progress toward) a plus

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