Credit Analyst (Fixed Income – IG & HY Corporates)

At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.**Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!**# **About the Department****Franklin Templeton Fixed Income (FTFI)**# **How you will add value**# ***Core Responsibilities**** Conduct in-depth fundamental **credit analysis on investment grade and high yield corporates** including capital structure analysis, financial modeling, and covenant review. Identify key industry drivers and develop forward looking models* Assess relative value within a company’s capital structure and versus peers* Publish clear, concise investment recommendations on new issues, secondary market ideas* Develop relationships with management teams, sell side analysts, rating agencies* Examine environmental, social and governance (ESG) impacts on long-term fundamentals# **What will help you be successful in this role**# ***Experience, Education & Certifications**** **5-7 years credit experience** at a **buy-side or sell-side** institution **analyzing corporates*** Excellent financial modeling skills as well as Bloomberg proficiency* Team player with strong interpersonal skills and willingness to work with multiple teams across offices* Bachelor’s degree required, an MBA or CFA is a plus**Compensation Range**: Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. The salary, benefits and variable rewards will reflect the seniority of the position and a competitive market rate. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $165,000 to $185,000.When applying, please be sure to **attach your resume / CV**. Applications without a resume file attachment will not be reviewed.#MID\_SENIOR\_LEVEL#LI-Onsite# ******Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!******Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.***Highlights of our benefits include:**** Three weeks paid time off the first year* *Medical, dental and vision insurance** *401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits** *Employee Stock Investment Program** *Tuition Assistance Program** *Purchase of company funds with no sales charge** *Onsite fitness center and recreation center\*** *Onsite cafeteria\**\*Only applicable at certain locationsFranklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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Reporting to the Head of Credit Research and working primarily with the **High Yield and Investment Grade** teams, the credit analyst will cover one or more industries, perform fundamental analysis on investment grade and high yield companies and make investment recommendations. The analyst will work closely with portfolio managers, traders, and analysts across the globe.

The role is based in either New York, Boston, or San Mateo.When you become part of Franklin Templeton, you’ll join a company dedicated to progress. A company that doesn’t settle. One where we pursue our ambitions with energy and persistence. That’s why it’s so important that we empower and encourage the progress of our employees. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture – to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while contributing to ours.At Franklin Templeton, we embrace individual differences and value experience and perspectives brought by talent from around the world. And, although we are all different, we all have one thing in common – we are dedicated to what we do.So whether you’re just starting your career journey, are well on your way, or are seeking a new direction, you’'ll find the support you need to grow your career with us.**Come, join us, and help us shape the future of the global asset management industry!** #J-18808-Ljbffr