Research Analyst

Key Responsibilities:

Build, maintain, and enhance financial models for private credit and private equity clients, ensuring accuracy and relevance.

Conduct detailed credit analysis of portfolio companies, assessing financial health, leverage, and debt servicing capacity.

Perform cash flow modelling, sensitivity analysis, and scenario planning to evaluate investment risks and returns.

Support due diligence processes by analysing financial statements, industry trends, and macroeconomic factors.

Assist in investment monitoring, including covenant compliance, periodic reporting, and risk assessment.

Prepare valuation reports using DCF, precedent transactions, and comparable company analysis methodologies.

Collaborate with deal teams and portfolio managers to support investment decisions.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience in credit analysis, financial modelling, or investment analysis, preferably in private credit or private equity.

Strong proficiency in Excel-based financial modelling, including LBO, DCF, and debt structuring.

Solid understanding of financial statements, corporate finance principles, and credit risk assessment.

Experience in working with private credit transactions, leveraged finance, or direct

lending is preferred.

Knowledge of industry-specific risks, macroeconomic factors, and their impact on credit markets.

Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.

Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey complex financial insights clearly.

Preferred Qualifications:

CFA / MBA in Finance with Private Credit / Credit Research field is a plus.

Experience with Bloomberg, Capital IQ, or similar financial data platforms.