Analyst Program - Capital Solutions

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

The Capital Solutions team is seeking an Program Analyst to assist in managing and evaluating a broad range of complex investment opportunities, including market dislocation, specialty asset finance, opportunistic lending, structured / preferred equity and distressed credit. This position will report to a senior investment professional on the Capital Solutions team.

The Analyst Program is designed to provide junior professionals the opportunity to learn about asset management through working closely with senior professionals. Analysts will be involved with building models, forecasting, authoring underwriting memos, working on valuations across different asset classes and managing reporting for existing investments. Analysts will actively participate in ongoing training, team-building activities, and networking events with professionals across the firm.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental credit and equity analysis without any bias to industry or sector
• Conduct financial statement analysis and detailed financial modeling
• Assist in preparation of investment memos containing written description of borrower business operations, industry dynamics, financial performance, etc.
• Conduct ongoing portfolio monitoring to identify value creation opportunities and assist with internal and external reporting
• Assist in performing due diligence and presenting new investment ideas
• Meet with management teams, develop industry contacts, and utilize other information sources to develop investment theses
• Participate in restructuring processes for troubled portfolio companies
• Assist with special ad-hoc projects, presentations and initiatives

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
• Students in final year with planned graduation date of May/June 2023
• Exceptional work ethic, intellectual curiosity and demonstrated interest in finance
• Prior work or internship experience at an investment bank, asset manager, or similar financial institution preferred
• Ability to assist and work through complex situations to derive investment ideas that meet the return hurdles of the platform
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong analytical skill set
• Effective communication skills
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Product Suite
• Willingness to travel (up to 25%)

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.

Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

• Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

• 401(k) Plan w/Company Match
• Pension Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account

LIFE INSURANCE

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Spouse and Child Life Insurance

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
• Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Volunteer Time

OTHER BENEFITS

• Education Assistance Program
• Charitable Matching Gifts Program
• Commuter Reimbursement Program
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program