US Leveraged Loans Research Analyst
BNP Paribas Asset Management · Stamford, CT · 3 mo ago
AnalystFull-time
Daily Responsibilities
- Cover approximately 40-50 broadly syndicated leveraged loan credits across multiple sectors
- Perform due diligence, prepare full single-name credit write-ups including cash-flow projections, and present recommendations to the Credit Committee
- Maintain network of relationships with analysts at other asset managers, arranger banks, advisors, and PE sponsors to exchange information and enhance AXA’s presence and franchise
- Monitor assets in portfolio (ad hoc and quarterly reviews, amendments/waivers, recovery analysis)
- Present sector views on an ad hoc and semi-annual basis
- Identify relative value trade opportunities along with Portfolio Managers
- Collaborate with other internal teams
Education/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 8+ years of Leveraged Loan Credit Analysis prior experience
- Preferred knowledge of Auto, Housing / Building Materials, Aerospace & Defense sectors
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to perform in-depth, qualitative and quantitative credit due diligence
- Understanding of legal loan documentation terms
- Experience in work-out/restructuring situations
- Knowledge of structured credit vehicles as well as total return strategies and familiarity with the different associated portfolio management styles
- Knowledge of the bank loan markets and players, ideally acquired within a previous loan credit analyst position at sell-side / buy-side institutions or rating agencies