Valuations Analyst/Associate - Loan Pools & Structured Products

Fortress Investment Group•New York, NY

3d•$115,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Fortress Investment Group is seeking a Valuation Analyst/Associate within its Credit Funds business, with a focus on asset-backed securities (ABS) and loan pool investments. The position will be a highly visible and key role on the Valuations team, supporting the fair value determination of both public and private credit investments across the Credit Funds business. This role carries expanded responsibilities including engagement with Pricing Vendors and Independent Valuation Agents, and cross-coverage support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field
2–4 years of experience in valuation, securitization, or private credit
Strong proficiency in Excel-based financial modeling and valuation techniques (e.g. cash flow modeling of loan pools or structured products)
Comfortable using AI tools and technologies in workflows and analytical processes; ability to identify and implement AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Bright, quick learner, reliable, self-motivated, and self-starter.
Strong personal ownership and ability to resolve issues independently.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including experience presenting to and communicating with senior managers.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is expected.

Nice To Haves

Direct exposure to various structured credit (ABS, RMBS, CMBS) and whole loan / NPL / distressed loan portfolios strongly preferred
Working knowledge of Intex, Bloomberg and Wall Street Office is preferred.
Prior experience working on Portfolio Valuations at a Valuation firm, Alternative Asset Manager, or Big Four valuation group, preferred.
Ability to build a discounted cash flow model is a plus.
CFA designation (or working toward) is a plus.
Retail market/40 Act Fund familiarity is a plus, including comfort navigating the nuances of retail fund structures, investor reporting, and associated regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Oversight and in-depth review of monthly valuations of loan portfolios within the Credit Funds’ private investments.
Review internal valuations utilizing a variety of valuation techniques including discounted cash flow analysis, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions analysis, and other methodologies.
Liaise with asset managers and investment professionals to understand movements in valuations and review key assumptions.
Assist in the ongoing analysis of the portfolio by reviewing complex financial models, key valuation assumptions and performance indicators, projected cashflows, and by tracking significant events for each asset.
Assist in the daily and monthly valuation of a diverse set of investments, focused on Asset Backed Securities.
Coordinate the receipt of monthly valuations from pricing vendors, brokers, and asset managers.
Review quotes from brokers and pricing vendors and hold discussions with the trading desk to monitor the reasonableness of quotes received; investigate and challenge pricing variances.
Support ongoing analysis of the publicly marked portfolio by evaluating performance metrics, market movements, and monitoring significant asset-level events.
Liaise with auditors by gathering pertinent information requests, tracking documentation, and coordinating timely responses.
Assist with policy and procedure reviews across Credit regarding Valuation to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Track portfolio performance and valuation movements, identifying key drivers and risks.
Prepare the results of valuations analysis, highlighting key findings for senior management and the Valuation Committee.
Prepare internal reporting and investor-facing materials summarizing valuation methodologies and results.
Assist with audit processes and external reviews related to fund valuations.
Develop strong relationships and effective lines of communication with colleagues and third parties, including Credit Funds senior management, investment teams, asset management, fund accounting, auditors, and broker-dealers.