Analyst Program - High Yield

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.

High Yield Program Analyst

The Analyst Program is designed to provide junior professionals the opportunity to learn about asset management through working closely with senior professionals. The Analyst Program includes building models, forecasting, authoring underwriting memos, working on valuations across different asset classes, managing reporting and amendments for existing investments, and actively participating in training and team-building activities.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support senior research analysts in all aspects of the underwriting process
• Analyze issuer credit quality and security characteristics through building models and forecasting to support investment recommendations
• Assess relative value by weighing risk-return profile of investment opportunities within credit coverage universe
• Review credit agreements and indentures and articulate structural strengths and weaknesses of the documents
• Complete quarterly and year-end reporting initiatives around earnings, asset pricing and industry reviews

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with anticipated spring 2024 completion date
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or relevant field or demonstrated interest in investment management preferred
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Work experience at a commercial bank, investment bank or similar financial institution or successful completion of a formal commercial credit training program a plus
• Strong analytical skill set
• Effective communication skills
• Demonstrated work ethic
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office Product Suite

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

• Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• 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