High Yield Credit Analyst

High Yield Credit Analyst Location: New York Reporting Lines: Head of Research - Investments Public Markets About Muzinich & Co. Muzinich & Co. is a privately owned, global institutional asset manager specializing in corporate credit. For over 25 years, we have delivered superior risk-adjusted returns across diverse market conditions. Our investment strategies span senior loans, high yield bonds, alternative credit, private debt, and investment-grade corporate-plus solutions in both developed and emerging markets. Headquartered in New York, we operate across major financial hubs including London, Paris, Frankfurt, Zurich, Milan, Madrid, Dublin, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. We pride ourselves on integrity, transparency, and rigorous risk management, working closely with investors to meet their objectives. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced credit analyst with 5-10 years of experience investing in the high yield and leveraged loan markets to cover specific industries as a sector specialist. Experience in Services, Technology and Industrials is helpful but not required. Primary Responsibilities Conduct high yield bond and leverage loan research on companies within industry sectors, focusing on financial projections, debt structure, covenants, and overall creditworthiness. Lead fundamental research across assigned industries, developing clear, conviction driven views on capital structure risk and reward. Put forward timely, actionable buy/sell recommendations that directly inform portfolio decisions. Build strong relationships with company management teams and develop proprietary industry intelligence. Maintain deep, dynamic financial models and forward-looking scenarios. Produce crisp, comparative sector reviews to support idea generation and portfolio allocation. Prepare relative value financial summaries for sectors covered. Requirements / Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; MBA/CFA a plus but not necessary. 510 years of high-yield investing experience, ideally with a demonstrated ability to generate insights that lead to performance. A record of superior investment performance, strong idea generation and decision-making skills. An ability to identify and act on investment opportunities in a timely manner. An ability to review and analyse bond indentures and credit agreements. Strong command of Excel and Bloomberg; comfortable working in a fast-paced, idea-driven environment. Why Join Muzinich? Work with a globally recognized leader in corporate credit. Drive innovation and transformation within a dynamic, growing team. International exposure and autonomy to innovate the business. #J-18808-Ljbffr Muzinich & Co