Senior Research Analyst

Senior Research Analyst Position Description The analyst will be responsible for analyzing investment grade corporate credits. The successful candidate will be a member of a team that provides fundamental credit analysis used for making timely investment recommendations for client portfolios with the goal of outstanding investment performance. This position is responsible for: Making investment recommendations and providing appropriate documentation to support the decision-making process. Conducting extensive due diligence to support buy/sell/hold decisions as well as relative value recommendations. Assessing individual company financial profiles. Preparing/maintaining financial models. Monitoring earnings releases and news stories. Networking with key industry participants and analysts. Preparing concisely written company specific reports that will include a rationale for the recommendation, a summary of key credit strengths/concerns, and notes regarding recent developments. Monitoring credit trends within assigned industries, identifying key drivers within each industry, and presenting near and intermediate term outlooks. Qualifications 5+ years of relevant industry related experience with a proven track record of fundamental credit analysis that results in sound investment decisions. Keen interest in understanding the evolution of industries and the competitive position of businesses. Ability to analyze and interpret financial statements, determine management strengths/weaknesses, and assess the viability of corporate strategies. Demonstrated success in identifying key credit issues and effectively communicating these findings to appropriate personnel. Strong oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to make, communicate, and defend decisions. Experience and comfort with presenting analysis to both internal and external constituents. Motivation to contribute to the success of the team and the firm. Ability to manage time effectively and fanatical attention to detail across all tasks. Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree such as an MBA and/or CFA designation desirable. About US For more information about NEAM please visit our website at www.neamgroup.com. NEAM is a wholly owned subsidiary of General Re Corporation, which is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. NEAM has developed proprietary decision-making tools and specialized services enabling the delivery of asset and capital management solutions to clients within the context of evolving regulatory, accounting and tax issues faced by insurance companies today.** The firm’s culture is team oriented, collaborative, transparent, and intellectually curious. We currently offer a hybrid schedule with M/F remote and T/W/TR in the office in Farmington, CT. **NEAM does not offer tax/legal advice. It is the continuing policy of New England Asset Management to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, past or present disability, marital status, liability for service in the armed forces, veteran status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by the applicable law. In addition, New England Asset Management provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.