Associate Director - Investment Grade Credit Analyst

Barings•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients. We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities. Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Barings’ Investment Grade Corporate team is seeking an investment professional with Three or more years of work experience for a senior credit analyst position. The candidate selected will join an eleven-person analyst team in Charlotte, NC and will be responsible for analyzing and evaluating investment opportunities for the Investment Grade Corporates team, which manages assets in excess of $80 billion. The Associate Director level candidate will have the opportunity for lead coverage on sub-sectors within the Financials sector. Barings is a leading global asset management firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients. We build lasting partnerships that leverage our distinctive expertise across traditional and alternative asset classes to deliver innovative, institutional-quality solutions and service. Our team-driven culture is based on transparency, responsibility and putting our clients’ interests first. We listen to our clients to understand their needs, so that we can be a strategic advisor and long-term partner in meeting their unique investment goals. Risk management and protecting our investors’ capital over the long term is an essential component of our lasting partnerships. Barings is also committed to building long-term relationships with our associates and providing opportunities and support to help them succeed. With our expanding business and global footprint, Barings offers a wealth of opportunities for associates who share our culture, values and commitment to excellence in client service. As an organization, we believe that a diversity of perspectives and strengths is essential to meeting the evolving needs of our clients, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a talented workforce as diverse as the clients and communities that contribute to our success.

Requirements

Three or more years of credit analyst experience—either investment grade or high yield/bank debt/privates
Excellent writing and communications skills
Ability to work as a member of a fast-paced, transaction oriented team
Self-starter, must be organized and able to work independently
Ability to prioritize work and multi-task responsibilities
Ability to perform under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines
Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Office applications, Bloomberg, etc

Nice To Haves

CFA and/or MBA preferred
Client presentation experience preferred
Some travel required

Responsibilities

Provide analysis of investment grade corporate credits within the Financials sector
Financial analysis and modeling
Evaluate companies and the risks related to investing in debt securities across the capital structure
Individual security analysis, including capital structure and indenture analysis, cash flow and liquidity analysis and total return and relative value assessment
Meet with management teams, develop industry contacts, and utilize other information sources to become an expert in assigned coverage
Produce clear and concise research reports based on independent observation and analysis
Produce quarterly industry reviews and communicate recommendations to portfolio management
Collaborate with other Barings’ investment teams optimizing efficiencies and framing relative value within sectors
Assist with special ad-hoc projects, presentations and initiatives

Benefits

Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS
Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING
Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
Retirement Health Reimbursement Account
LIFE INSURANCE
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
Short and Long Term Disability Plans
Paid Volunteer Time
OTHER BENEFITS
Education Assistance Program
Charitable Matching Gifts Program
Commuter Reimbursement Program
Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program