Job Openings Senior Analyst, Special Situations

About the job Senior Analyst, Special Situations

Our client, a multi-strategy hedge fund, is seeking a Senior Analyst, Special Situations to join their dynamic investment team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a top-tier team, contributing to investment decisions.

Role Summary

As a Senior Analyst Special Situations, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and capitalizing on unique investment opportunities arising from corporate events, distressed situations, and other non-traditional scenarios. Your insights and recommendations will directly impact the funds performance. The ideal candidate should have a passion for excellence, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth research on corporate events such as mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, bankruptcies, and restructurings.
  • Evaluate the impact of these events on companies valuations, capital structures, and potential catalysts.
  • Identify mispriced securities and arbitrage opportunities resulting from special situations.
  • Analyze distressed debt instruments, including bonds, loans, and other credit securities.
  • Assess the financial health of distressed companies, their restructuring plans, and recovery prospects.
  • Collaborate with legal and financial advisors to navigate complex bankruptcy proceedings.
  • Evaluate risk-adjusted returns from pending mergers and acquisitions.
  • Build financial models to assess various scenarios underpinning special situations.
  • Present investment recommendations to senior management and the investment committee.

Qualifications

  • University graduate in Economics, Finance, Business, or related fields.
  • 3+ years of research experience in hedge funds, investment banking, distressed debt, or special situations.
  • Proficiency in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and statistical analysis.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment.