Investment Analyst Private Debt

Have you thought about kick-starting your investment career in Private Markets?

 

We are looking for a motivated and ambitious professional who is ready to contribute and grow through a hands-on role in the exciting and expanding world of private debt.

 

About the Role

 

As a Private Debt Investment Analyst at Swiss Re, you will play a key role in supporting and shaping the Private Debt asset class. Your responsibilities will span both strategic and operational dimensions, including the development and oversight of the long-term investment strategy and operating model. You will be actively involved in the day-to-day management of the portfolio, contributing to investment selection, portfolio steering, performance monitoring, and risk assessment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with a strong emphasis on disciplined risk management and continuous improvement.

 

 Key responsibilities also include:

 

• Contribute to the development of recommendations and ongoing management of attractive investment opportunities within Private Debt on a global basis
• Involvement in selection of asset managers, due diligence process, as well as execution of new investment mandates for Private Debt
• Help oversee Private Debt asset managers including ongoing assessment of investment strategy as well as operational aspects
• Evaluate, review, and diligence of individual Private Debt transaction opportunities originated by external asset managers
• Develop and maintain a high standard portfolio monitoring framework capturing key portfolio characteristics as well as developments in terms of returns and risk
• Drive and coordinate with key stakeholders customized reporting frameworks and presentations to relevant business units and internal committees
• Produce high quality analytical analyses of the Private Debt portfolios and platform to support portfolio performance assessment and long-term strategy
• Keep abreast of market developments and prepare commentary to be disseminated across various internal stakeholders

 

 

About the Team

 

The Private Debt team is a diverse and global team of investment professionals located in New York, Zurich, and London part of the Private Investments unit in Swiss Re Group Asset Management. We are a core function within Swiss Re Asset Management, responsible for managing private debt portfolios for Swiss Re's own balance sheet. The team consists of dedicated specialists overseeing and transacting in Infrastructure, Commercial Mortgage, Mid-Market Loans, and Private Asset-Backed Finance across a global portfolio.

 

About You

 

You bring strong analytical and quantitative skills, coupled with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, international environment. Your solid project management capabilities and keen attention to detail enable you to drive tasks effectively from concept to completion. In addition, your effective interpersonal and communication skills support successful collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.

 

Additional requirements include:

 

• College/university degree or equivalent in finance, economics, or a related field. CFA or similar qualifications are a plus
• 1-5 years of investment industry experience - past involvement in analyzing or monitoring of private or public fixed income investments is a requirement
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills
• Advanced/Expert Microsoft Office (including Excel and PowerPoint) skills required
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Self-motivated and driven; ability to balance multiple tasks and work effectively in a collaborative, fast moving, demanding, and dynamic environment
• International market experience is a plus
• Ability and willingness to travel, when required 

 

The estimated base salary range for this position is $100,000 to $156,000. The specific salary offered for this or any given role will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to job