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Octavius Finance, a specialist recruiter within financial markets, is partnering with a leading boutique asset manager to identify a European Investment Grade Credit Analyst to join its established investment platform.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative credit investment team responsible for analysing high-quality European corporate issuers and supporting the management of investment grade portfolios. The role provides exposure to bottom-up fundamental research, relative value assessment and the broader portfolio management process, working alongside experienced investors within a highly regarded asset management business.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious credit analyst to further develop their expertise within a specialist investment environment. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a diverse range of sectors, issuers and market themes while contributing directly to the investment process.
The position also offers a clearly defined pathway towards a senior investment role, with the potential to progress into a portfolio management position over time.
Key Responsibilities
- Performing detailed fundamental credit analysis on European investment grade corporate issuers.
- Assessing company financials, business models, industry dynamics and key credit risks.
- Identifying relative value opportunities and contributing to investment recommendations.
- Supporting Portfolio Managers with research, idea generation and portfolio discussions.
- Monitoring existing holdings and providing ongoing analysis of credit developments and market trends.
- Developing financial models and maintaining detailed issuer research.
- Producing credit research notes, sector reviews and investment materials.
- Collaborating with the wider investment team to support portfolio management activities.
Requirements
- ~3-8 years’ experience within investment grade credit research, ideally gained on the buy-side.
- Strong knowledge of corporate credit markets and fundamental investment analysis.
- Experience assessing corporate issuers, financial statements and credit fundamentals.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to form independent investment views.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of attention to detail and a proactive approach to research.
- Ability to work effectively within a small, experienced investment team.
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