Credit Analyst

Credit AnalystWho we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Credit Analyst to join the EMEA Credit Research team in London. You will be responsible for fundamental credit research into bonds and loans from European corporate issuers as directed by research management. Experience covering non-financial industry sectors would be expected.

Application Process: As part of the application process for this role, you will be required to include a cover letter outlining your current sector coverage experience, to be considered for this opportunity. About Us

Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.

Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.

The base

We moved into our new HQ in the City of London in 2018. We’re close to our clients, in the heart of the UK’s financial centre and we have everything we need to work flexibly.

The team

Schroders Investment Management's Credit Research team undertakes corporate credit analysis of a wide universe of non-government bond issuers. Our aim is to provide benchmark beating performance to our portfolio managers by providing both accurate fundamental credit research and relative value recommendations to be adopted into by our team of portfolio managers.

The Credit Research team consists of around 35 research specialists, each undertaking industry and issuer analysis in three broad regions – America, EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) and Asia. The London-based EMEA team currently consists of thirteen analysts covering investment grade, high yield and loan issuers across the full range of industry sectors.

What you'll do

The basis of the role is to be able to analyse and understand the business, financial and sustainability risk profiles of the companies under coverage as well as the legal structure of their debt securities. An overall assessment of risk and valuation of these factors will then be communicated to the Schroders credit PMs using our proprietary framework. The successful candidate will be expected to work as part of a team with our entire desk to deliver alpha generating investment ideas for clients.

The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need

Experience in a single name investment environment

Proven investment and/or financial analysis experience at the corporate entity level

A strong academic record, most likely a first degree or upper-second with post-graduate degree and/or demonstrated progress through the CFA system

Demonstrated research capability in educational history and/or previous work experience.

The knowledge, experience and qualifications that’ll help

• Strong analytical skills and ability to make sound judgments
• Exceptional communication skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a very dynamic and timeline sensitive work environment
• Well-developed sense of teamwork and cooperation
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

We Recognise Potential, Whoever You Are

Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.