Investment Analyst, Public Credit
The Hartford•Hartford, CT
•$97,200 - $118,800
About The Position
HIMCO is seeking an Investment Analyst to join the Public Credit Research team. The Investment Analyst will work closely with senior analysts in Public Credit Research to analyze and underwrite new investment ideas and monitor existing holdings using our fundamental and relative value investment framework.
Requirements
- 2+ years of relevant experience in credit research/fixed income, investment banking, equity research, accounting, corporate finance, or related investment role.
- Strong academic background, preference for bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics or quantitative (STEM) field.
- Strong accounting and financial statement analysis skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, Powerpoint) and AI/data analytics skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while contributing towards a culture of collaboration.
- Independent thinker; intellectually curious, with a passion for investing.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Bloomberg, Capital IQ or other financial statement data vendor a plus.
- Progress toward CFA designation or willingness to pursue CFA is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist in and provide individual contributions to the fundamental credit research process for new investment ideas and monitoring existing holdings.
- Independently utilize financial information to build detailed financial models for companies as well as comparable company analysis with some help/oversight/assistance from the senior analyst.
- Proactively monitor company and industry news that may affect the fundamental outlook and/or relative value of our holdings.
- Assist with and provide independent analysis for credit presentations to PMs and other internal/external clients.
- Work independently to analyze credits and formulate investment recommendations and present views to Head of Public Credit Research and PMs.
- Assist and provide substantial input into preparing credit recommendation updates that utilize our internal systems, including CATAGO, Bloomberg chats and virtual/in-person morning meetings. Begin to deliver content in these forums.
- Assist with and provide substantial input for ad-hoc projects, begin to support broader Public Credit Research projects.
- Actively participate in and provide content for Public Credit Research and HIMCO training.
Benefits
- Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
