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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Analyst to join our Securitized Products investment team. This is a unique opportunity to support a multi-billion dollar portfolio spanning CLOs, CMBS, RMBS, and ABS across institutional and general account mandates. The successful candidate will work closely with sector research analysts and the Securitized Products trader to drive investment research, portfolio surveillance, and trade execution support. This is an ideal role for an early-career professional passionate about investment management and eager to develop technical expertise across securitized markets.

What you will do:

• Assist in research coverage across the CLO, CMBS, RMBS, ABS and Agency MBS sectors by collecting data, building collateral profiles, and conducting performance surveillance on existing positions.
• Monitor primary and secondary markets, compile deal data, and provide timely market color and valuation assessments to senior team members.
• Help design and implement scenario analysis and stress testing to evaluate position-level and portfolio-level risks.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of analytical tools, including prepayment and credit loss models and sector-level dashboards.
• Work directly with the securitized products trader to manage order books, monitor execution activity, assess liquidity conditions, and prepare pre-trade analysis.
• Contribute to ad hoc research initiatives designed to evaluate relative value, emerging risks, and macroeconomic trends impacting securitized products markets.
• Coordinate with compliance, risk, and operations teams to ensure investment process consistency and accuracy in trade lifecycle documentation.
• Help maintain surveillance frameworks and support quarterly reporting processes, including the preparation of Board materials, portfolio summaries, and rating agency review inputs.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, math, or a related quantitative discipline.
• 0–2 years of experience in a finance, capital markets, or analytical role. Internship experience in structured finance or fixed income is a plus.
• Experience building financial models or automating analytical processes.
• Intellectual curiosity and a strong desire to learn technical details of structured credit instruments.
• Demonstrated initiative in learning about structured products or credit markets.
• Basic understanding of securitized products, including CLOs, CMBS, RMBS, and ABS
• Desire to grow into a long-term investment role within the Securitized Products team.

What will set you apart:

• Strong proficiency in Excel; familiarity with data tools such as Python, SQL, or VBA is advantageous.
• Familiarity with Bloomberg, Intex, or similar platforms is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience building financial models or automating analytical processes.
• A collaborative mindset and proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Progress toward the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) designation.

***Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time, including CPT/OPT.***

What we offer you

We offer an array of diverse and inclusive benefits regardless of where you are in your career. We believe that providing our employees with the means to lead healthy balanced lives results in the best possible work performance.

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement savings – 401(k) plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%), financial advisory services, potential company discretionary contribution, and a broad investment lineup
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• Business-casual environment that includes the option to wear jeans
• Generous paid time off upon hire – including a paid time off program plus ten paid company holidays and three floating holidays each calendar year
• Paid volunteer time — 16 hours per calendar year
• Leave of absence programs – including paid parental leave, paid short- and long-term disability, and Family and Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs) –  BRGs facilitate inclusion and collaboration across our business internally and throughout the communities where we live, work and play. BRGs are open to all.

Base Salary Range

The salary range above shows the typical minimum to maximum base salary range for this position in the location listed. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation offered may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Equal opportunity employer •  Drug-free workplace

We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity.  All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age (40 and over), race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, religion, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. 

***For remote and hybrid positions you will be required to provide reliable high-speed internet with a wired connection as well as a place in your home to work with limited disruption. You must have reliable connectivity from an internet service provider that is fiber, cable or DSL internet. Other necessary computer equipment, will be provided. You may be required to work in the office if you do not have an adequate home work environment and the required internet connection.***

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