DescriptionJob PurposeWith € 184bn of assets under management, AXA IM Alts, the alternatives business unit of AXA IM, is a global leader in alternatives investment, operating in real estate, private debt & alternative credit, private equity, natural capital & impact. Our 800+ employees operating from 16 offices around the world are serving the needs of more than 500 clients worldwide.Inside AXA IM Alts, the Alternative Credit department manages close to € 56bn of assets in alternative credit (Secured & Structured Finance, Bank Capital Solutions and Specialty Finance, Broadly Syndicated Loans, Direct Lending) with local presence in Europe and in the US.The Loans research analysts, in collaboration with the Portfolio Managers, contribute to building sound leveraged loan portfolios by sourcing attractive relative value opportunities in the primary and secondary markets and actively monitoring the performance of each investment Key Accountabilities
- Cover approximately 40-50 broadly syndicated leveraged loan credits across multiple sectors
- Perform due diligence, prepare full single-name credit write-ups including cash-flow projections, and present recommendations to the Credit Committee
- Monitor assets in portfolio (ad hoc and quarterly reviews, amendments/waivers, recovery analysis) and in the investable universe
- Present sector views on an ad hoc and semi-annual basis
- Identify relative value trade opportunities along with Portfolio Managers
- Maintain network of relationships with analysts at other asset managers, arranger banks, advisors, and PE sponsors to exchange information and enhance AXA's presence and franchise
- Participate in marketing efforts (presentation to investors)
- Collaborate with other internal teams
QualificationsYou ProfileEducation/Qualifications:
Experience:
- 8+ years of Leveraged Loan Credit Analysis prior experience. Financials, industrials, paper & packaging, business services, healthcare and chemical sectors knowledge preferred
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to perform in-depth, qualitative and quantitative credit due diligence
- Understanding of legal loan documentation terms
- Experience in work-out/restructuring situations
- Knowledge of structured credit vehicles as well as total return strategies and familiarity with the different associated portfolio management styles
- Knowledge of the bank loan markets and players, ideally acquired within a previous loan credit analyst position at sell-side / buy-side institutions or rating agencies
Competencies:
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Solution oriented and analytical mindset
- Proactive and pragmatic
- Well organized and able to work with critical deadlines
About AXAThe AXA Group is a global leader in insurance and asset management, with 160,000 employees serving 105 million customers in 62 countries.We protect and advise our clients at every stage of their lives, offering products and services that meet their needs in the areas of insurance, personal protection, savings and asset management.Our mission: To act for human progress by protecting what matterOur values: Customer first, Integrity, Courage and One AXAAt AXA IM we are investing with a clear purpose - to make the world a better place. We act for human progress by investing for what matters. Our conviction-led approach enables us to uncover what we believe to be the best global investment opportunities across alternative and core asset classes. We are already entrusted by our clients with more than €887 billion in assets.AXA Investment Managers | Home | AXA IM Corporate (axa-im.com)AXA IM is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage candidates with disabilities or any other protected characteristic to apply. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities, when needed, to apply for a position or to perform essential job functions.Inclusion and Diversity | Careers | AXA IM Corporate (axa-im.com)