Analyst (CLO Team)

Moody's • New York, NY

412d • $192,950 - $192,950

About The Position

The position involves analyzing the quantitative, structural, and credit aspects of corporate CLOs and other structured credit transactions. The individual will lead rating committees, provide insights on credit risks, and contribute to publishable research and special projects aimed at enhancing Moody's analytics and research capabilities.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Applied Mathematics, Financial Engineering or related quantitative field.
• At least 4 years of experience as an analyst or in a related occupation involving credit analysis for CDOs and complex structured credit transactions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong modeling skills and experience with MS Excel, Moody's CDOEdge, and Moody's CDOROM software.
• Ability to analyze and interpret legal documents and identify a transaction's credit strengths and weaknesses.
• Experience leading and working with teams on projects.
• Strong analytical orientation and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Model cash flow CLOs and analyze their transaction documents to determine credit risk and ratings.
• Prepare rating committee memos and present rating recommendations to rating committees.
• Communicate with clients, including arrangers, issuers, investors, and outside legal experts.
• Write publishable research, including transaction-related reports and articles on credit issues affecting the industry.
• Participate in on-site operations reviews of issuers.
• Work on projects that enhance rating analysis and processes.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Accident insurance
• Discounted employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Master's degree