Credit Analyst – High Yield (Brandywine Global)

Franklin Templeton • Columbus, CO

2d • $125,000 - $175,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The High Yield/Corporate Credit team , which is part of Brandywine Global Investment Management's (BGIM) Global Fixed Income Investment team, is based in Columbus, Ohio and employs a unique approach to high yield and adjacent asset classes with structural advantages and a strong team culture. The High Yield Credit Analyst will be responsible for conducting research for the high yield, corporate credit, and related strategies managed out of the Columbus office. The BrandywineGLOBAL High Yield Fund and the BrandywineGLOBAL Corporate Credit Fund are managed by this team. The Research Analyst will also support other BGIM strategies as appropriate. This position requires knowledge of corporate credit markets with comprehensive understanding of investment strategies, trading conventions, and execution strategies. This position will be located in Columbus, Ohio and the High Yield Credit Analyst is expected to work in office 5 days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with strong financial, mathematical, and analytical skills preferred.
• Minimum of 3+ years of demonstrable trading experience in fixed-income securities , with a primary focus on corporate credit (high yield and investment grade).
• Deep understanding of financial markets and the ability to participate in an investment process that evaluates opportunities across a broad range of corporate credit securities.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and make quick, logical decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong drive for continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Nice To Haves

• CFA, MBA, and other industry licenses a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide input into portfolio management decisions relating to credit security selection.
• Be knowledgeable of portfolio positioning and evolving investment decisions; participate in investment research meetings.
• Provide analysis and news to help keep the investment team informed of corporate issuers and market conditions.
• Participate in client, prospect, audit, and due diligence meetings as required.
• Contribute to the improvement and continuous evolution of the research function.

Benefits

• Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for a bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards.
• We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays), and a motivational well-being program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level