Credit Analyst - CLO / Performing Credit
A leading alternative asset manager is seeking a Credit Analyst to join its CLO platform. This individual will play a key role in underwriting and monitoring leveraged loan investments, supporting portfolio construction, and contributing to investment decisions across CLO vehicles and adjacent credit strategies.
Responsibilities
- Conduct fundamental credit analysis on broadly syndicated loans, including full financial modeling, industry research, and downside scenario analysis
- Evaluate primary and secondary investment opportunities across leveraged loans to support CLO portfolio construction
- Monitor existing portfolio holdings, including earnings updates, rating agency actions, and relevant market developments
- Generate and present investment recommendations to Portfolio Managers and Investment Committee
- Perform relative value analysis across issuers, sectors, and capital structures to identify attractive risk-adjusted opportunities
- Assist in managing CLO portfolios within structural constraints, including compliance tests and portfolio optimization considerations
- Conduct stress testing, recovery analysis, and scenario modeling to assess portfolio risk and performance
- Engage with management teams, sell-side analysts, and industry experts to enhance underwriting process
- Support trading activity through research-driven ideas and ongoing credit surveillance
- Contribute to broader credit strategies, including opportunistic or hedge fund-related trades where applicable
Qualifications
- 2-6 years of experience in leveraged finance, credit research, CLOs, or related buy-side/sell-side role
- Strong understanding of leveraged loans and capital structures
- Advanced financial modeling and credit underwriting skills
- Experience with CLO structures, including compliance tests and portfolio construction dynamics preferred
- Proven ability to generate actionable investment ideas and communicate clearly with senior stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.
That's why we recommend registering your resume so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.
Yes, we help with resume and interview preparation. From customized support on how to optimize your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.