Thrivent
Senior Research Analyst II - High Yield
Thrivent, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Senior Research Analyst II - High Yield
Job Summary The Senior Research Analyst II, High‑Yield is responsible for independent research covering a particular industry. This role analyzes and recommends the purchase and sale of public high‑yield corporate bonds and related securities that contribute to incremental outperformance within the analyst’s assigned industries. Analysts at the Senior II level conduct research analyses with minimal director oversight, monitor existing investments, manage credit risk, and maintain relative weighting and relative value recommendations within the high‑yield credit market.
Job Responsibilities and Duties
Perform independent, fundamental credit analysis on issuers within assigned industries and take on new coverage.
Analyze company financial statements from a bondholder’s perspective to evaluate operational strengths, weaknesses, and directional outlook.
Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate credit worthiness.
Prepare detailed credit reports and provide relative value opinions that lead to portfolio recommendations.
Play an active role in managing credit risk by monitoring existing holdings and portfolio weightings.
Make recommendations on issuer/industry/trade that are regularly by portfolio managers.
Demonstrate a track record of consistently strong performance that positively impacts portfolio performance.
Apply strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to influence portfolio managers to implement recommendations.
Mentor and guide junior analysts and interns by providing training and support as needed.
Model Thrivent’s leadership competencies – Model the Way, Rally the Team, and Deliver Outcomes.
Support and develop an environment focused on continuous improvement, exceptional employee engagement, and an unwavering commitment to clients.
Job Qualifications Required:
Minimum of 4 years of relevant investment professional experience.
Master’s degree in finance, business, economics, or related area, or progress toward CFA designation.
Strong working knowledge of accounting, finance, government/tax policy, or related market.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to disseminate information concisely and confidently.
Ability and eagerness to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to work independently and offer thought leadership to more junior research analysts or portfolio managers.
High level of organization and attention to detail.
Strong technical skills, including advanced Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, and Aladdin or related systems.
Preferred:
5 – 7 years of investment research analyst experience.
Master of Business Administration, Finance, or other advanced degree with money management or applied securities experience, or attainment of CFA designation.
Additional Information
This position requires on‑site work in Minneapolis, MN a minimum of three days a week.
Pay Transparency The applicable salary range for this full‑time role is $153,750.00 – $208,015.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay will be determined by factors including location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge.
Benefits Various bonuses; medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401(k); pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; and wellness benefits. Eligibility is subject to applicable plan/policy documents.
Equal Employment Opportunity Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.
Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.
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Job Summary The Senior Research Analyst II, High‑Yield is responsible for independent research covering a particular industry. This role analyzes and recommends the purchase and sale of public high‑yield corporate bonds and related securities that contribute to incremental outperformance within the analyst’s assigned industries. Analysts at the Senior II level conduct research analyses with minimal director oversight, monitor existing investments, manage credit risk, and maintain relative weighting and relative value recommendations within the high‑yield credit market.
Job Responsibilities and Duties
Perform independent, fundamental credit analysis on issuers within assigned industries and take on new coverage.
Analyze company financial statements from a bondholder’s perspective to evaluate operational strengths, weaknesses, and directional outlook.
Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate credit worthiness.
Prepare detailed credit reports and provide relative value opinions that lead to portfolio recommendations.
Play an active role in managing credit risk by monitoring existing holdings and portfolio weightings.
Make recommendations on issuer/industry/trade that are regularly by portfolio managers.
Demonstrate a track record of consistently strong performance that positively impacts portfolio performance.
Apply strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to influence portfolio managers to implement recommendations.
Mentor and guide junior analysts and interns by providing training and support as needed.
Model Thrivent’s leadership competencies – Model the Way, Rally the Team, and Deliver Outcomes.
Support and develop an environment focused on continuous improvement, exceptional employee engagement, and an unwavering commitment to clients.
Job Qualifications Required:
Minimum of 4 years of relevant investment professional experience.
Master’s degree in finance, business, economics, or related area, or progress toward CFA designation.
Strong working knowledge of accounting, finance, government/tax policy, or related market.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to disseminate information concisely and confidently.
Ability and eagerness to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Ability to work independently and offer thought leadership to more junior research analysts or portfolio managers.
High level of organization and attention to detail.
Strong technical skills, including advanced Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, and Aladdin or related systems.
Preferred:
5 – 7 years of investment research analyst experience.
Master of Business Administration, Finance, or other advanced degree with money management or applied securities experience, or attainment of CFA designation.
Additional Information
This position requires on‑site work in Minneapolis, MN a minimum of three days a week.
Pay Transparency The applicable salary range for this full‑time role is $153,750.00 – $208,015.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay will be determined by factors including location, relevant experience, skills, and knowledge.
Benefits Various bonuses; medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; flexible spending account; 401(k); pension; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; disability insurance; supplemental protection insurance; 20 days of Paid Time Off each year; Sick and Safe Time; 10 paid company holidays; Volunteer Time Off; paid parental leave; EAP; and wellness benefits. Eligibility is subject to applicable plan/policy documents.
Equal Employment Opportunity Thrivent provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all employees and job applicants.
Thrivent is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please let us know by sending an email to human.resources@thrivent.com or call 800-847-4836 and request Human Resources.
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