2-Year Analyst, Liquid Credit Research

New York, NY
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Basic information

Job Name:
2-Year Analyst, Liquid Credit Research
Location:
New York/OVA
Line of Business:
Global Credit
Job Function:
Investment Professionals
Date:
Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Position Summary

Our Global Credit segment is a multi-product, markets-focused investment platform. Established in 1999 with our first high yield fund, Global Credit currently operates 141 active vehicles across its four business segments, Liquid Credit, Private Credit, Real Assets Credit, and Asset-Backed Finance. As of March 31, 2025, Carlyle’s Global Credit platform has over 190 investment professionals and ~$199 billion in AUM.
The Loans & Structured Credit team has long-standing close relationships with arrangers of leveraged finance and secondary market makers, and also has the benefit of Carlyle’s extensive network and strong relationships with the financial community. The team sources assets from both the primary and secondary market and has deal flow relationships with all major counterparties active in the U.S. and European leveraged finance markets, as well as strong relationships with nearly all private equity sponsors in these regions.

Loans & Structured Credit investment approach is highlighted as follows:
  • Leverage the investment team's demonstrated analytical, trading and investment management expertise with The Carlyle Group’s superior industry, company and market knowledge.
  • Source investment ideas through The Carlyle Group's extensive industry relationships and network of contacts.
  • Invest in quality companies that offer high current income with a low risk of principal loss using fundamental credit analysis.
  • Construct and actively manage portfolio asset allocations based upon fund objectives and expectations for macro-economic performance.

Responsibilities

We seek to hire a 2-Year Analyst on the Loans & Structured Credit team. 2-Year Analysts in Loans & Structured Credit will be integral to the investment team and will work across the platform to execute the investment strategy. The Analyst will support 2 Senior Industry analysts. Key responsibilities may include:
  • Industry research: develop and maintain market research on industry trends and drivers
  • Financial Analysis: Analysis of assigned credits with particular focus on cash flow as well as on/off balance sheet assets and liabilities; the analyst will be expected to build/maintain predictive financial models
  • Valuation Analysis: Analysis of transaction values, DCF and public values to express a view on asset protection as well as market value and ultimately recoveries in a default scenario
  • Capital structure analysis including an assessment of credit agreement and indenture provisions
  • Relative value analysis and the ability to express a view of an investment risk / return profile
  • Monitoring of portfolio positions and summarizing relevant information for daily morning meetings

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years of prior credit experience from buy side, investment banking or credit rating agency required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics required
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a part of a team

Benefits/Compensation
The compensation range for this role is specific to New York City and takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to the skill sets required/preferred; prior experience and training; licenses and/or certifications.

The anticipated base salary for this role is $120,000.

In addition to the base salary, the hired professional will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package spanning retirement benefits, health insurance, life insurance and disability, paid time off, paid holidays, family planning benefits and various wellness programs. Additionally, the hired professional may also be eligible to participate in an annual discretionary incentive program, the award of which will be dependent on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Due to the high volume of candidates, please be advised that only candidates selected to interview will be contacted by The Carlyle Group.

Company Information

The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $453 billion of assets under management and more than half of the AUM managed by women, across 641 investment vehicles as of March 31, 2025. Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with more than 2,300 professionals operating in 29 offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia. Carlyle places an emphasis on development, retention and inclusion as supported by our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Carlyle's purpose is to invest wisely and create value on behalf of its investors, which range from public and private pension funds to wealthy individuals and families to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments - Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Carlyle AlpInvest - and has expertise in various industries, including: aerospace, defense & government services, consumer & retail, energy, financial services, healthcare, industrial, real estate, technology & business services, telecommunications & media and transportation.

At Carlyle, we believe that a wide spectrum of experiences and viewpoints drives performance and success. Our CEO, Harvey Schwartz, has stated that, "To build better businesses and create value for all of our stakeholders, we are focused on assembling leadership teams with the strongest insights from a range of perspectives." We strive to foster an environment where ideas are openly shared and valued. By bringing together teams with varied expertise and approaches, we enjoy a competitive advantage and create a stronger foundation for long-term success.

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