Director - Investment Analyst - High Yield and Leveraged Loans

Director - Investment Analyst - High Yield and Leveraged Loans

New York Life Investments, part of a $700+ billion investment management organization is seeking to add an Investment Analyst to its High Yield Corporate Credit Group. Current assets under management in the Group’s portfolios exceed $25 billion and are growing. Portfolio strategies include institutional, total return, and CLO portfolios investing in high yield corporate debt, CLO tranches and leveraged loans.

What You'll Do:

• Perform credit research, investment analysis, and portfolio surveillance for specific industry sectors in the high yield and leveraged loans credit markets.
• Present investment recommendations to the high yield credit committee for approval.
• Work with the portfolio managers to execute purchase and sale transactions.
• Develop and enhance relationships with broker-dealers.
• Meet with issuer management teams to source opportunities and conduct due diligence.
• Develop and enhance relationships with analysts at broker-dealers and the major rating agencies.
• Prepare portfolio review reports for management.
• Monitor existing portfolio holdings for performance and offer timely recommendations with regard to portfolio positioning in covered industries.

What You'll Bring:

• 6-10 years of relevant industry experience with a strong background in credit research with a thorough understanding of leveraged finance.
• BA required; MBA or CFA is a plus.
• Meaningful investment experience with leveraged loans and/or high yield bonds, in CLOs and total return portfolios is preferred.
• Well-developed quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong team player with the ability to manage and prioritize numerous tasks.

Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $147,500-$252,500

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.

Our Diversity Promise

We believe in a diverse workforce because it is our mission to advocate for the financial security and success of people in every community. This is why diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are guiding principles that are embedded in our brand and our culture.

Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation.

Job Requisition ID: 90799

About NY Life Insurance Company

Diversity & Humanity–two values that are deeply rooted in the New York Life culture and have laid the foundation for over 175 years of commitment to our employees, agents, policy owners, and the communities where we live and work. At New York Life you become a valued part of a welcoming, inclusive, and caring culture that has a long-standing legacy in stability and growth.

As a Fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide an environment where you can explore your career ambitions, offering opportunities to tackle meaningful challenges and stretch your skills while balancing work and life priorities. You will be part of a diverse team guided by our belief to always be there for each other–providing the support and flexibility to grow and reach new heights while making an impact in the lives of others.

You are our future, and we commit to investing in you accordingly.