Leveraged Finance Credit Analyst

Leveraged Finance Credit Analyst

Date: 1 May 2025

Location: London, GB

Company: Royal London Group

Job Title: Leveraged Finance Credit Analyst

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: London

Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based

We currently have an opportunity for a Credit Analyst to join the Leveraged Finance Research team on a permanent basis in London.

As a Credit Analyst, you will undertake analytical responsibilities and make recommendations in the primary and secondary markets to the Leveraged Finance team. Your research will span leveraged loans and high yield bonds.

This is an exciting time to join the Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) Leveraged Finance team, which is establishing a CLO platform.

About the role

• Provide high-quality credit analysis, timely recommendations, and informed credit comments to the Leveraged Finance team.
• Engage in the development of RLAM's credit research process.
• Continuously improve understanding of relative value, bond documentation, and market drivers for leveraged loans and high yield bonds.
• Assist in the provision and presentation of marketing materials.

About you

• Demonstrable relevant credit analysis experience (or equivalent) and knowledge of leveraged finance markets.
• Knowledge of at least one specific sector within the leveraged finance market.
• Previous experience at a CLO manager is a plus.
• Qualification demonstrating competence, as required by RLAM Training & Competence Scheme.
• Good knowledge of data systems (Bloomberg, Aladdin).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong planning and self-management skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

About Royal London Asset Management

Royal London Asset Management (RLAM), part of the Royal London Group, is one of the UK's leading fund management companies. We work with a wide range of clients globally to achieve their investment goals. Our long-term, client-driven focus reflects our commitment to responsible investment. We act as responsible stewards of our clients' capital, exercising their rights and influencing positive change.

Our People Promise is that we will all work somewhere inclusive, responsible, enjoyable, and fulfilling. This is supported by our Spirit of Royal London values: Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve.

We offer great workplace benefits, including 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, an up to 14% employer-matching pension scheme, and private medical insurance. See all our benefits here - Our Benefits.

Inclusion, diversity, and belonging

We're an inclusive employer. We celebrate and value different backgrounds and cultures across Royal London. Our diverse perspectives provide us with a range of skills that are recognized and respected, regardless of background.