Principal - Underwriting/Research Lead

About the role

As part of the team, the candidate will work alongside respective sector leads and Portfolio Managers to maximize the return potential of investments while also collaborating with the larger Credit Research team. The role is a blend of Team Lead and Individual Contributor the candidate will be responsible for leading a team of analysts on the credit analysis as well as maintaining / initiating coverage on a portfolio of issuers.

What you'll do

• Building detailed financial models with KPI driven Revenue projections, Cost drivers, Working capital analysis, Capex schedule, Capital Structure analysis
• Creating a finalized product: Preparing Investment Memos including identification of investment catalysts and provide recommendations IG instruments. This is a…
• Presenting the primary/secondary deals to the investment committee and clearly articulating your opinion
• Take full ownership of the investment view and continuously monitor key developments affecting the issuers credit quality
• Maintain portfolio coverage including regular model updates and earning summary write-ups

What you need

• 7–12 yrs of experience
• Underwriting
• Research
• Credit appraisal
• CFA
• Investment banking
• Bloomberg
• Chartered Accountant or CFA or MBA

Good to have

• Equity research
• M&A
• Working capital
• Valuation
• Capital markets