Associate, Fixed Income Research (Leveraged Finance) - Liberty Mutual Investments

Liberty Mutual - Boston, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Boston, MA

10,001+ employees

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About the position

Liberty Mutual Investments (LMI) is seeking a seasoned Associate to join the Research team within the Leveraged Finance Team. This role involves providing deep analytical insights and high conviction investment recommendations across High Yield, Leveraged Loans, and Private Credit. The Associate will engage in market analysis, contribute to portfolio performance, and collaborate with various stakeholders to align investment strategies with overall portfolio objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide deep analytical information and high conviction investment recommendations using top-down sector views and bottom-up fundamental analysis.
• Interpret market developments and their implications for the coverage universe and portfolio.
• Contribute to portfolio outperformance through security selection, sector positioning, and structuring.
• Engage with external parties in execution of due diligence activities.
• Evaluate relative and absolute risk-return trade-offs in primary and secondary markets.
• Communicate investment recommendations concisely to Portfolio Managers, Director of Research, and Investment Committees.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers, Traders, and other analysts to identify and pursue investment opportunities.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience as an analyst making successful investment recommendations.
• Demonstrated deep leveraged finance credit expertise across public and private markets.
• Bachelor's degree with relevant experience in global fixed income; MBA and CFA encouraged.
• Effective communication skills with multiple stakeholders including portfolio managers and senior management.
• Intellectual curiosity about global markets and asset classes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Continuous learning opportunities
• Support for diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and engagement