Pay Philosophy
The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
Description
The Company
Liberty Mutual Investments (LMI) manages Liberty Mutual Insurance Group’s (LMIG) global financial assets across global markets and private domains to build capital and generate income. With over $100 billion in assets under management (AUM) and a team of nearly 300 investment, finance, and operations professionals located in Boston, MA, and New York, NY, LMI offers the best of both worlds — the look and feel of a boutique investment firm with the reputation and financial strength of a global leader.
LMI has been on a transformation path to spur innovation, capitalize on deep expertise, and scale its returns on long-term flexible capital through a “one firm, one portfolio, one team” mindset. Our operating model is built on three pillars: centralized portfolio construction, asset management, and investment-enabling services. The teams are structured as Investment Business Units (IBUs) working in concert: Strategy & Asset Allocation, Risk Management, Global Fixed Income, Global Private Investments, and Global Investment Solutions. Our portfolio spans a broad spectrum of public and private asset classes, and we are committed to expanding our capabilities and our toolkit in furtherance of our mission. #LMI
The Position
LMI is seeking a talented seasoned Associate to join the Research team within our Leveraged Finance Team.
Responsibilities:
- Sector expert working independently to provide deep analytical information and high conviction investment recommendations using a combination of top-down sector views and bottom-up fundamental analysis across High Yield, Leveraged Loans and Private Credit.
- Provide timely interpretation of market developments and implications for coverage universe and portfolio.
- Contribute positively to portfolio outperformance through security selection, sector positioning, and structuring.
- Engage with external parties, including borrowers, advisors, and consultants, in execution of due diligence activities.
- Clear ability to calibrate and evaluate relative and absolute risk return trade-offs in primary and secondary markets.
- Concise written and verbal communication on investment recommendations to Portfolio Managers, Director of Research, Research Team Members, and related Investment Committees
- Collaborate with Portfolio Managers, Traders, and other investment analysts to maintain a One Team/One Portfolio approach to investment decision-making, leveraging diverse perspectives to identify and pursue investment opportunities that align with overall portfolio objectives
Qualifications
- Exhibit intellectual curiosity about global markets, asset classes, our organization and industry.
- Demonstrated deep leveraged finance credit expertise; preferably across both public and private markets.
- Effective communicator with multiple stakeholders including portfolio managers, investment committees, and senior management
- 5 -10 yrs experience as an analyst making successful investment recommendations
- Collaborate generously within and across teams, building strong trusting relationships and interacting productively with a broad group of colleagues and investors at all levels
- Have a bachelor’s degree and relevant experience in global fixed income, MBA & CFA encouraged
About Us
**This position may have in-office requirements depending on candidate location.**
As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.
At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.
We are proud to support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, where all 45,000 employees feel a sense of community, belonging and can do their best work. Our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer a centralized, open space to bring employees and allies together to connect, learn and engage.
We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Fair Chance Notices
- California
- San Francisco
- Los Angeles
- Philadelphia
