Analyst Program 2028

About the role

Arena is looking to recruit talented undergraduate students (Class of 2028) to its newly established two-year Analyst Program. Our Analyst Program is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing alternative credit investment firm, directly out of undergrad, without the typical requirement of 1–2 years of investment banking experience. Analysts will play a critical role in Arena’s effort to deploy capital across its fundamentals-based investment strategy across Real Estate, Structured Finance, Collateralized Loan Obligation and Corporate Securities verticals.

Through on-the-job experience and regular training sessions, analysts will be exposed to various corporate finance and security analysis concepts including credit analysis, financial modeling, business model and capital structure, and fixed income and equity securities, among others. In addition to finance and security analysis, analysts will also learn important applications of law with respect to buy-side investing as well as establishing critical corporate soft skills for successful careers in the financial industry. Each analyst will serve as a generalist assisting members of the investment team with industry and company due diligence, financial modeling, investment memorandum preparation, and other ad-hoc projects.

Ideal candidates will have a demonstrated interest in finance and investing; thrive in an intense, team-oriented environment; and be highly organized, self-motivated, and resourceful.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models and perform data/investment analysis.
• Research new deal opportunities.
• Perform relative value analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of investment memoranda.
• Participate in the transaction closing process.
• Assume transaction post-closing responsibilities.
• Coordinate with internal functions including Treasury and Operations.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment with a focus on continual process improvement, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Bachelor’s degree from a top university, ideally in a quantitative area (e.g., finance, economics, accounting, engineering, science, or mathematics). Other majors that require strong communication skills (e.g., English, philosophy) are also considered.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel (VBA a plus) and writing skills.
• Experience with financial modeling and transaction structuring/closing.
• Thorough understanding of basic financial and accounting concepts.
• Highest level of personal integrity, discipline, and ethical standards.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to collaborate across the organization.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Not afraid to ask questions.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources