Credit Analyst - Arbitrage Desk

Credit Analyst – Investment Research & Analytics

Client : A Quant-Forward Discretionary Investment Management Firm

Location - Bengaluru

Desired Years of Experience - 2- 5 Years

Education - MBA / CA / CPA / CFA

About the Firm

Our client is a leading quant-forward discretionary investment management firm , combining rigorous fundamental research with advanced analytics and systematic tools to generate differentiated insights across global markets. With a strong culture of intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, the firm invests across multiple asset classes, leveraging technology to enhance decision-making and portfolio performance.

The Role

The firm is seeking a highly motivated Credit Analyst to join its Investment Research & Analytics team. This role provides exposure to both public and private credit markets and offers the opportunity to contribute directly to investment strategies across high yield, leveraged loans, investment grade, structured credit, and distressed debt . The Credit Analyst will work closely with senior researchers, applying a blend of fundamental analysis and data-driven techniques to support investment recommendations and portfolio monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct deep fundamental credit analysis of issuers across industries, including capital structure, covenant, and cash flow assessments.

Build and maintain dynamic financial models covering three-statement forecasting, scenario analysis, and recovery modeling.

Prepare clear and concise investment memos, relative value assessments, and recommendations to support portfolio decisions.

Monitor existing portfolio positions and update models based on earnings, event-driven developments, and market shifts.

Identify early warning signals and risk factors at the company, sector, and macro levels.

Contribute to thematic and sectoral research reports on emerging trends, market dislocations, and special situations.

Collaborate with investment teams to integrate advanced analytics, automation, and AI-enabled insights into research workflows.

Candidate Profile

2–5 years of experience in credit research, investment banking, or asset management.

Strong academic background; CFA, CPA, or MBA in Finance preferred.

Proficiency in financial modeling, valuation, and covenant analysis.

Familiarity with high yield, distressed, and investment grade markets .

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize complex analysis into actionable insights.

Self-driven, intellectually curious, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative, and technology-driven environment.

What the Firm Offers

Exposure to a diverse set of credit strategies across both private and public markets.

Opportunity to influence investment decisions at scale , working directly with senior professionals.

A quant-forward culture that combines rigorous fundamental research with systematic tools, automation, and data science.

Professional growth through mentorship and access to senior leadership in the investment function.