Credit Analyst

Credit Analyst

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Wealth team at Mercer, a Marsh business. This role will be based in New York. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

As a Credit Analyst, you will support the management of credit portfolios by conducting issuer-level research, credit assessments, and market analysis. Working closely with portfolio managers and other analysts, you will help shape investment strategy and contribute to portfolio construction across a global corporate bond universe.

This mid-level role is ideal for professionals with a solid foundation in credit research who are ready to take on more responsibility and deepen their expertise. You'll be expected to deliver high-quality analysis, collaborate across locations and teams, and contribute to the ongoing development of our investment process.

We will count on you to:

• Perform fundamental credit analysis on corporate issuers across sectors and geographies.
• Have clear ownership of defined sectors and will "own" the recommendations to the DIU Credit Committee and the performance of these issuers in the underlying portfolios.
• Thrive and be motivated by an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools.
• Assess relative value and risk-return characteristics of specific bonds within the investment grade universe.
• Monitor macroeconomic, industry, and geopolitical trends to inform investment decisions.
• Present research findings and investment ideas to portfolio managers and senior colleagues.
• Support portfolio construction and contribute to sector-level positioning.
• Maintain and update credit models, databases, and research tools.
• Track issuer performance and ESG metrics, contributing to reporting and analysis.
• Assist in preparing client reports and marketing materials.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in credit research, preferably focused on investment grade corporate bonds.
• Candidates will ideally have buy side experience with an asset manager or a ratings agency.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills; proficiency in Excel and Bloomberg required.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

What makes you stand out?

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Progress toward CFA designation.
• Experience with Python and Power BI.
• Familiarity with Bloomberg PORT and Charles River systems.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.