Position Title: Funds Ratings - Analyst / Senior Analyst (London)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: London, England
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is seeking an Analyst/Senior Analyst to join our growing Funds Ratings team in the London office. The Funds team assigns and monitors credit ratings on various debt instruments issued by funds, closed-end funds, and other fund vehicles. KBRA’s growing ratings portfolio encompasses funds which leverage a variety of asset growth and income generation strategies including fixed income securities, private equity, private credit, real estate, and middle market lending. A strong candidate will have extensive experience and interest in fund investment and credit strategies.
About the Job:
Responsibilities
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Assist with credit research on a variety of funds, closed-end funds, and other investment vehicles.
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Assist with the development of rating and analytical tools such as cash flow and asset coverage models used to evaluate fund debt structures.
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Assist in the quantitative and qualitative preparation and presentation of internal credit memos and publications.
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Participate in diligence meetings with fund management teams to assess their investment acumen, risk management skills, and overall ability to develop and successfully execute strategies.
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Develop and maintain complex spreadsheets and databases.
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Ability to leverage and seamlessly collaborate with KBRA experts in other sectors such as project finance, corporate finance, financial institutions, and structured finance.
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Assist in research for internal and publication purposes.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
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Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or Math related fields or any subject that results in strong analytical skills.
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One (1) to Three (3) years of work experience as a credit analyst with experience in fund lending, investing, or structured finance is preferred.
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Ability to work as an integral part of a highly collaborative team and across disciplines in a challenging and dynamic environment.
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Ability to manage time and resources in a fast-growing company.
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Effective verbal, written and presentation communications skills.
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Proficiency in Advanced Excel, ability to cash flow model is required.
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Extremely high attention to detail.
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Proficiency in SQL and VBA for querying databases a strong advantage.
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Successful progression towards CFA a plus.
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Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
Benefits
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A flexible hybrid work schedule – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays in the office
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Competitive benefits and paid time off
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Paid family and disability leave
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Pension plan
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Educational and professional development financial assistance
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Employee referral bonus program
About Us
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA) is a full-service credit rating agency registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as an NRSRO. Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited is registered as a CRA with the European Securities and Markets Authority. Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is registered as a CRA with the UK Financial Conduct Authority pursuant to the Temporary Registration Regime. In addition, KBRA is designated as a designated rating organization by the Ontario Securities Commission for issuers of asset-backed securities to file a short form prospectus or shelf prospectus. KBRA is also recognized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners as a Credit Rating Provider. Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK is located at 1st Floor, Marble Arch House, 66 Seymour Street, London W1H 5BT, England