CLO Analyst - Associate - London

# CLO Analyst - Associate - London at Description About this role CLO analyst The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the existing CLO portfolio management team in assessing investment opportunities in European CLOs across the entire capital structure and monitoring investments in the portfolios. Assist with the sourcing, analysis and underwriting of new issue and secondary European CLO investment opportunities Review CLO structures and documentation. Undertake transaction-level risk returns analysis, including by modelling CLO debt and equity structures, (e.g. in Intex). Make trading recommendations consistent with the existing investment process Alongside portfolio managers, help identify investment themes in European CLOs based on fundamental factors (e.g. relating to structure, manager, etc.) within an overall value assessment (e.g. relating to vintage, seniority, etc.) Monitor performance of investment in the portfolios and recommend strategy on existing exposures. Assist with risk management in the portfolios Interact with structurers, sell-side CLO sales and trading teams and other CLO managers to ensure market developments and technicals are known and well understood Work closely with product strategists to track CLO market trends and develop the client proposition in European CLOs Skills, experience and education Demonstrable understanding and experience of the CLO product and market, its investors, managers and dynamics Specific experience of analysing CLO debt and/or equity; familiarity with the underlying leveraged loan market a plus Knowledge and understanding of CLO structures and documentation and their impact and relevance to difference CLO tranches Awareness of current regulations affecting European CLOs Flexible, responsive and self-starting personality with keen attention to detail. Open-minded thought process and intellectual honesty. Must possess the desire and ability to work in a team-orientated environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Our benefits To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about. Our hybrid work model BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. 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