Credit Research Analyst
We are adding to our diverse team of experts and are looking to hire those who are committed to building a culture that enables the creation of innovative solutions for our business units and clients. Munich Re Group is one of the world’s largest reinsurers, founded in 1880 and based in Munich, Germany. Munich Re operates globally across all continents with three business pillars: reinsurance, primary insurance, and health. MEAG New York Corporation (MEAG NY) is an indirect subsidiary of Munich Re and a leading asset manager responsible for the US and Canadian dollar invested assets of Munich Re and its subsidiaries, managing over $45 billion in assets. MEAG NY provides investment advisory and non-advisory services for fixed income instruments, alternative assets, and derivatives.
About the role
We are seeking a Credit Research Analyst to support our investment team in identifying and evaluating opportunities primarily within the US Dollar Investment Grade fixed income market.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the Global Credit Research team, which consists of 20 fundamental credit analysts with diverse backgrounds, based in both Munich and New York.
- Evaluate the credit risk of Corporate Industrial issuers through analysis of company fundamentals and determine whether the respective credit spread reflects the fundamental picture and outlook (ESG factors are also considered).
- Assign internal credit ratings, provide investment recommendations (vs. benchmark and buy-and-hold portfolios), and draft supportive investment memos.
- Collaborate and share knowledge within the Global Credit Research team and the broader MEAG Public Markets investment team.
Qualifications
- Recent MBA recipient or upcoming graduate (Spring/Summer 2026) with interest in financial markets and 2+ years of prior professional experience.
- Strong verbal and written presentation skills.
- Solid IT knowledge (Bloomberg, Excel, Python, Co-Pilot, and/or ChatGPT) and quantitative analysis skills are a plus.
The Company is open to considering candidates in New York City, NY.
Pay
The base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $150,000, plus opportunity for a company bonus based on a percentage of eligible pay. Factors such as skills, experience, and comparisons to existing employees may influence the actual salary, with most candidates starting in the bottom half of the range.
Benefits
- Insurance:
- Two health insurance plan options (PPO or High Deductible).
- Prescription drug coverage (included in health insurance).
- Vision and dental insurance plans.
- Basic life insurance equal to 1x annual salary and AD&D coverage equal to 1x annual salary (provided at no cost).
- Short and Long Term Disability coverage.
- Supplemental Life and AD&D plans for employees and dependents (including spouse/domestic partner and children).
- Voluntary Benefit plans (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity).
- Retirement:
- 401k plan with up to a 5% employer match.
- 100% company-funded retirement savings plan.
- Paid Time Off:
- 24 days of paid time off annually, with additional days added for milestone service anniversaries.
- Paid time off for eligible family care needs.
- Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
- Additional Benefits:
- Eligibility for a yearly bonus.
- Health and wellness programs provided at no cost.
- Tuition assistance and educational achievement bonuses.
- Corporate matching gifts program for charitable donations.