Senior Credit Analyst
United Kingdom
Responsibilities
Rothschild & Co is looking to recruit a senior credit analyst to join an nine strong analyst team and support the management of a c€7bn portfolio of leveraged loans and high yield bonds. The successful candidate will assist or lead new leveraged finance transactions and manage a portfolio of sector based existing credits. The ideal candidate will be an experienced senior credit analyst, capable of appraising complex credit transactions, ideally with European leveraged finance or private equity experience. Other responsibilities include:
Credit research and market analysis
Report writing and presenting
Financial modelling
Transaction monitoring
Client relationships
Experience, Skills and Competencies Required
Strong report writing and presentational skills
Minimum of [8] years working as a Credit Analyst within leveraged finance at either a leading fund manager or investment bank, who is capable of appraising complex non-investment grade transactions.
Experience in restructuring and/or distressed investing would be looked upon favourably.
Ability to understand, appraise and analyse leveraged loan and high yield bond documentation
Highly numerate and quantitative, including extensive experience of financial modelling within leveraged finance
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships between individuals, teams and lines of business
Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate clearly, persuade and influence; good listening skills
A pro-active approach and flexible attitude with the ability to demonstrate initiative and reliability
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
Enthusiasm and drive to develop skills
Qualifications/registrations
Strong academics
A levels or equivalent – ABB or above
Degree or equivalent – 2:1 or above