Securitized Research Analyst (Asset Management)

TL;DR

Securitized Research Analyst (Asset Management): Providing fundamental credit analysis to support investment decisions within the US Fixed Income Team with an accent on Esoteric and Commercial ABS. Focus on analyzing collateral types, liaising with rating agencies, and utilizing ABS modeling to form investment opinions.

Location: Onsite in Chicago

Salary: $140,000 - $165,000 yearly

Company

L&G's Asset Management business is a major global investor managing $1.533 trillion in AUM across public and private markets.

What you will do

• Provide fundamental credit analysis to support investment decisions relating to Esoteric/Commercial ABS and other securitized product sectors.
• Liaise with company management teams, rating agencies, and investment bank syndicate/research teams to form market opinions.
• Perform detailed analysis of new and existing investment opportunities within the structured product sector.
• Support the Chicago-based US Fixed Income Team in the management of securitized product investments.
• Expand internal analysis efforts across various Securitized sub-sectors as needed.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in applicable ABS sectors.
• Advanced degree required.
• Proficiency in Intex, Bloomberg, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proven experience in ABS modeling.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of all securitized products.

Culture & Benefits

• Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus plan.
• Comprehensive health insurance with optional HSA, dental, and vision care.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program and commuter/transit programs.
• Additional voluntary insurance options including critical illness and pet insurance.