Research Analyst

Our esteemed buy-side client is currently looking for a highly skilled and experienced Analyst to join their Private Credit team, specializing in financial modeling of private companies. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in portfolio monitoring & surveillance and providing valuable insights. The successful candidate should have a minimum of 1 year of experience in credit financial modeling, with a strong preference for candidates holding a CFA designation or currently pursuing the CFA program. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Monitor financial performance and key performance indicators of portfolio companies 


• Gathering business, financial data on borrower companies on a regular basis for consumption by investment team 


• Presentation and write-ups support for investment team for internal and external meeting 


• Financial reporting on portfolio companies on an ongoing basis 


• Research support on an adhoc basis in supporting investment team needs in securing new business eg. market studies and research, market trends, 


• Development of standardised info pack for each investment in the portfolio. Monthly management reporting and variance analysis 


• Financial analysis, financial modelling, credit scoring assistance to investment team including scenario Analysis 


• Development and maintenance of valuation models for all investments 


• Monitor financial performance and key performance indicators of portfolio companies 


• News and information search support for existing and potential investments 

Requirements: 

• Master's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. 


• Minimum of 1 year of experience in private credit. 


• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, credit analysis, and data analysis. 


• Demonstrated expertise in assessing credit risk, financial statement analysis, and interpreting complex financial data. 


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. 


• Candidates with a CFA designation or those actively pursuing the CFA program will be given preference. 


• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Bloomberg, and other relevant financial analysis tools. 


• Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex financial information effectively. 


• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.