Credit Research Analyst

Company: Mason Blake
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will support a global unconstrained credit strategy by performing rigorous corporate credit analysis and delivering high-conviction investment ideas to Portfolio Managers. You will build models, craft theses and credit notes, and share insights that inform issuer and market decisions. The role sits within a collaborative credit team focused on translating analysis into investment outcomes. This is an opportunity to influence investment choices in a dynamic, global platform.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct rigorous fundamental credit analysis on corporate issuers across diverse sectors
  • Generate and present high-conviction investment recommendations to Portfolio Managers
  • Build and maintain financial models; prepare investment theses and draft credit notes
  • Interpret sector and issuer-level insights to inform investment decisions
  • Provide portfolio managers with timely updates on liquidity, market developments and regulatory changes
  • Participate actively in investment decision-making and share perspectives in team meetings

Key requirements

  • Experience in corporate credit research at buy-side or sell-side firms
  • Strong understanding of different credit products and markets
  • Excellent academic credentials
  • Coding skills (Python, VBA or similar) are beneficial but not essential
  • Excellent analytical skills with ability to process complex information quickly
  • High energy, enthusiasm and intellectual curiosity; proactive approach
  • Clarity and conviction in expressing informed opinions
  • Collaborative, client-oriented mindset
  • Ability to establish and sustain strong professional relationships
  • Collaborative
  • Proactive
  • Client-oriented
  • Python
  • VBA
  • Financial modeling

Posted: September 14th, 2026