Global Credit - Senior Desk Analyst - Executive Director

Seeking Executive level Senior Desk Analyst hire to focus on Performing Credit (Investment Grade, High Yield, CDS, Stressed Credit)

Job Summary:

As a Executive Director, senior desk analyst, you will work collectively with traders and sales to generate ideas and make secondary markets in high grade/high yield bonds/CDS, CLOs, distressed bonds, loans, trade claims, indices, exotics, and illiquid credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Credit analysis on both a single-name and thematic approach basis
• Working directly with credit traders across several trading groups
• Identify compelling trade opportunities
• Providing real-time analysis of relevant news flow on a company and industry basis
• Interacting with the global sales force, client base, publishing research team and broader desk analyst team
• Manage risk – on both single-name and broader book basis

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• At least 10+ years in credit markets, preferably with experience in a trading/investing environment
• Strong work ethic and be a self-starter who is able to work independently and is also comfortable being part of a larger team
• Strong credit skills, with rigorous analytical capabilities
• Ability to multi-task and work on numerous credits across different industries
• Willingness and ability to pivot quickly in their work focus with an understanding that some opportunities will last months/years and others days
• Strong communication skills with ability to provide clear and succinct verbal updates to colleagues, clients and senior executives
• Bachelor’s degree required

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Trading desk / buy-side / investing experience
• Experience looking at credits across a broad subset of industries

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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